When do you get high medical costs with National Health Insurance?

Under the high medical costs system, a portion of insurance medical treatment paid at medical institutions, pharmacies, etc. during a month (from the first day to the last day of the calendar) exceeds the limit determined for each household, the excess amount will be paid.

The limit varies depending on the income situation and age of the household.

The Yokohama National Health Insurance sends an application form and petition form to those who are eligible for high medical costs on the 20th, at least two months after the medical treatment month.

For more information, please refer to the following website.

Insurance and Pension Division National Health Insurance Section, ward office in your ward

Weekdays: 8:45 am to 5:00 pm
2nd and 4th Saturday: 9:00 am to 12:00 am

Insurance and Pension Division National Health Insurance Section, ward office in your ward

High medical expenses payment system