NHIS automatically enrolled me as a student — premium and how to see a GP

TomL (tom***@***.***) 2026-04-15 04:48:04

Heads up for D-2 students: after 6 months you're auto-enrolled in National Health Insurance (NHIS). I got a bill for about 75,000 won/month. You can't opt out. The card comes by post to your registered address. To see a doctor just walk into any 의원 (local clinic), show the card or your ARC, pay maybe 5,000-15,000 won after coverage. Pharmacies are separate — you take the prescription next door.

Balasan (3)

Can you pay the NHIS premium by auto-transfer? The paper giro slips keep getting lost.

AishaO (ais***@***.***) 2026-04-15 13:46:48
Yes, set up CMS auto-debit on the NHIS site or call 1577-1000 (English line available).

TomL (tom***@***.***) 2026-04-18 01:32:39
Big tip: dermatology and dental cosmetic stuff is mostly NOT covered. Ask the price first.

marcusf (mar***@***.***) 2026-04-21 00:04:08

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