Medical Documents for Travel Insurance Claims in Korea
Most travel and international insurers reimburse you after you have paid the clinic. The key to a smooth claim is collecting the right documents before you leave.
Ask for an official receipt, an itemized statement of charges, and a medical certificate or diagnosis that states your condition and treatment — in English if possible. Check your insurer's claim form first, because some require specific wording, codes or a doctor's signature.
The Core Documents
| Document | Korean name | What it proves |
|---|---|---|
| Receipt | 진료비 영수증 | How much you paid |
| Itemized statement | 진료비 세부내역서 | What each charge was for |
| Medical certificate / diagnosis | 진단서 | Your diagnosis, often with a disease code |
| Doctor's opinion | 소견서 | Treatment details and recommendations |
| Prescription copy / pharmacy receipt | 처방전 / 약제비 영수증 | Medication costs |
How to Request Them
- Check your insurer's claim requirements before or right after the visit.
- Tell the front desk which documents you need and that you need them in English.
- Pay any certificate fee and check names, dates and passport details.
- Keep the original documents and take clear photos as backup.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Leaving with only a card receipt instead of the official clinic receipt
- Name spelled differently from your passport
- Forgetting the pharmacy receipt for medications
- Waiting until you are home to ask — it is much harder to request documents remotely
Frequently Asked Questions
Can documents be issued in English?
Yes. Many documents can be prepared in English on request; allow a little extra time.
Is there a fee for certificates?
Receipts are free; formal certificates such as a diagnosis usually carry a fee.
Can the clinic bill my insurer directly?
Direct billing depends on the insurer. Most travel insurance works on a pay-and-claim basis.
Talk to an English-speaking gynecologist
Yoonho Hospital, Apgujeong, Gangnam · Mon–Fri 9:00–18:00, Sat 9:00–13:00 · Walk-ins welcome.
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This guide is for general information and does not replace an individual medical consultation. Rules on medicines and insurance in Korea can change; please confirm details with the clinic.