Healthcare Guide in China

English:

Go to registration desk or use self-service kiosk. Bring your passport and select the department.

💡 实用提示：

• •Arrive at 7-8 AM to avoid long queues
• •Major hospitals have International/VIP departments with better English service
• •Registration fee: ¥50-200 (regular/专家/VIP)

English:

Nurse measures vitals and asks about symptoms, then assigns you to a specific doctor.

💡 实用提示：

• •Prepare translation app or Chinese symptom descriptions
• •Bring translated medical records if you have previous conditions
• •Emergency cases are prioritized

English:

Doctor asks about symptoms, examines you, and may order tests (blood work, X-ray, etc.).

💡 实用提示：

• •You can request an English diagnosis from the doctor
• •Payment is usually required before tests
• •If hospitalization is needed, the doctor will arrange it

English:

Take test orders to relevant departments (blood lab, radiology, etc.).

💡 实用提示：

• •Blood tests usually require fasting
• •CT/MRI requires appointment, may not be available same day
• •Test reports usually ready in 1-2 hours

English:

Doctor prescribes medication based on test results. Pay at pharmacy and pick up medicine.

💡 实用提示：

• •Hospital pharmacy prices differ from outside pharmacies
• •You can request an English medication list from the doctor
• •Prescription medications usually only available at hospital pharmacies

English:

Queue at pharmacy window, submit prescription, and receive medicine. Pharmacist explains usage.

💡 实用提示：

• •Check medication type and quantity
• •Ask about dosing schedule and amount
• •Keep receipts for insurance reimbursement