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Social Insurance Medical Fee Payment Fund: Who Qualifies and What You Get

This fund provides reimbursement for medical services rendered to insured patients under the national health insurance system.

The Social Insurance Medical Fee Payment Fund is a system designed to facilitate the reimbursement of medical services rendered to patients covered under the national health insurance system.

Who it's for

This scheme is for licensed dentists who provide medical treatments to patients under the national health insurance system. It is designed to support practitioners operating within this specific national framework to ensure they are compensated for their clinical work.

What you get

When you provide medical services to insured patients, this fund provides the reimbursement for those services. This ensures that practitioners can receive payment for the care they have rendered to patients within the national health insurance framework.

What it costs you

Using this fund requires an ongoing administrative commitment. You are responsible for the monthly submission of medical receipt claims, known as レセプト. These claims can be submitted through paper documentation or via electronic means, depending on your practice's setup.

The catch to know

The claims process is subject to strict auditing. It is important to be precise with your documentation, as minor errors in the coding of your medical services can lead to the immediate rejection of your claims.

How to apply

  1. Confirm that you are a licensed provider authorized to treat patients under the national health insurance system.
  2. Keep detailed records of all medical services rendered to insured patients.
  3. Prepare your monthly レセプト (receipt) claims, ensuring all service codes are accurate to avoid rejection.
  4. Submit your completed claims through the appropriate electronic or paper-based channels.

https://www.ssk.or.jp/