Useful Chinese Phrases for Registration, Payment, and Insurance
You do not need perfect pronunciation. In a hospital, showing Chinese characters on your phone is often more useful than saying the English phrase.
Registration
- 我想挂号。 Wo xiang guahao. I want to register.
- 我想用护照挂号。 Wo xiang yong huzhao guahao. I want to register with my passport.
- 我应该挂哪个科？ Wo yinggai gua nage ke? Which department should I register for?
Payment and insurance
- 这个是自费吗？ Zhege shi zifei ma? Is this self-pay?
- 可以用医保吗？ Keyi yong yibao ma? Can medical insurance be used?
- 可以直接结算吗？ Keyi zhijie jiesuan ma? Can this be directly billed?
- 请给我发票和费用清单。 Qing gei wo fapiao he feiyong qingdan. Please give me an invoice and itemized bill.
When you are lost
- 下一步我应该去哪里？ Xiayibu wo yinggai qu nali? Where should I go next?
- 我不会说中文。可以写下来吗？ Wo bu hui shuo Zhongwen. Keyi xie xialai ma? I do not speak Chinese. Can you write it down?
Source note: This guide combines practical China healthcare experience with public safety guidance for foreign visitors, including official travel-health information. Hospital rules, prices, appointment systems, insurance billing, and document requirements can change. Confirm important details with the hospital or insurer before making a medical decision.
Medical disclaimer: China Healthcare Navigator provides practical information for foreigners trying to understand healthcare in China. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, treatment advice, legal advice, or insurance advice. If symptoms are serious, call 120 or go to the nearest emergency department.