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If you have never used China’s healthcare system before, this section gives you the basic map: where to go, what to prepare, how payment works, and what can go wrong.

Start with these questions

  • Can foreigners use public hospitals in China?
  • Should you go to a public hospital, private hospital, international department, clinic, pharmacy, or emergency room?
  • What documents, phone access, and payment tools should you prepare?
  • What should you do if you do not speak Chinese?

Core guides

Medical disclaimer: China Healthcare Navigator provides practical information for foreigners trying to understand healthcare in China. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, treatment advice, insurance advice, or a substitute for professional care. In an emergency, call 120 or go to the nearest emergency department.