Issuance of Medical Certificate and Outpatient Certificate

The medical certificate and outpatient certificate are important documents that verify a patient’s visit to a healthcare facility. These documents are used for purposes such as insurance claims, sick leave applications, and school attendance verification. Below, we will provide a detailed guide on the definition of the medical certificate and outpatient certificate, the issuance process, required documents, and important considerations.

Issuance of Medical Certificate and Outpatient Certificate

Visit the Medical Institution

To obtain a medical certificate or outpatient visit confirmation, you must first visit the relevant medical institution. You can request the issuance at the hospital or clinic where you received treatment, and it is most convenient to make the request immediately after the consultation.

Application for Issuance

You can request the issuance of a medical certificate or outpatient visit confirmation at the reception or administrative office of the medical institution. At this time, it is important to provide accurate information, and in some cases, you may need to fill out an application form. The process may vary depending on the medical institution, so it is important to check in advance.

ID Verification

Since a medical certificate or outpatient visit confirmation contains personal information, you must present an ID to verify your identity when requesting issuance. If you are unable to apply in person and a family member or representative must apply on your behalf, additional documents such as a family relationship certificate or power of attorney may be required.

Payment of Issuance Fee

Most medical institutions charge a fee for issuing medical certificates and outpatient visit confirmations. The fee may vary depending on the hospital, so it is important to check and prepare the cost in advance.

Document Receipt

After submitting the issuance request, you will be able to receive the document after a certain period. While some documents may be issued immediately, it may take a few days depending on the circumstances. If you need the document quickly, it is recommended to contact the hospital in advance to confirm.

Required Documents

For Personal Application

• Identification card (ID card, driver’s license, passport, etc.)
• Health insurance card (if necessary)

For Representative Application

• Representative’s identification card
• A copy of the patient’s identification card
• Family relationship certificate (for family members)
• Power of attorney (for non-family representatives)