Korea regulates foreign patient care through its Medical Service Act, which requires clinics treating international patients to be officially registered as a Healthcare Provider for international patients with the Korean government. This registration confirms that a clinic has met specific standards for patient safety, record-keeping, and dedicated support for non-Korean-speaking patients.
Our clinic is officially certified by the Seoul Metropolitan Government as a Healthcare Provider for international patients (Registration No. M-2024-01-08-7821). In practical terms, this means our international patient program has been formally reviewed and approved, not just self-described — it's the same kind of verification you'd want to see before choosing a clinic anywhere.
Consultation Tip
It's reasonable to ask any clinic you're considering whether they're officially registered as a foreign patient-attracting institution, and to ask for their registration number — a reputable clinic will share this without hesitation.
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— Dr. Hyung-taek Kim, KOWON Plastic Surgery