Healthcare in South Korea

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Healthcare System in South Korea

The government of South Korea prioritized healthcare for all of its citizens. By 1988, around 79 per cent of the population had access to some form of healthcare in the form of medical insurance benefits. Even though there is no official national insurance scheme in the country, the Ministry of Health has relentlessly worked with employers and private insurance corporations to make this happen.

The basic health plan covers a variety of health-related services including hospital visits, physician fees, maternity health and prescription drugs. Fees charged by physicians and hospitals are set by government, and medical fees are limited to economic growth.

 

Quality of Healthcare in South Korea

Most of the private medical facilities and especially those catering to foreign paying patients, are staffed by providers who boast international certifications and high qualifications. The hospitals possess world class standards and are equipped with the latest technology and medical equipments.

Unlike other Asian countries where language barriers seem to possess a problem for medical travellers, South Korea assures foreigners the presence of language translator’s available at most healthcare facilities.

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