– Current Health Insurance Cards Valid Until March 31 –
Your current health insurance card can be used until March 31, 2026.
However, starting April 1, 2026, you will need one of the following:
- My Number Card (used as a health insurance card)
- Presentation via smartphone
- Certificate of Eligibility (Shikaku Kakunin-sho)
Our clinic has installed a card reader that supports both My Number Cards and smartphone verification.
You may use either your physical card or your smartphone for a smooth check-in process.
■ How to Verify Your Insurance After April 1, 2026
From April 1, 2026, insurance eligibility at medical institutions will be verified using one of the following:
1. My Number Card (as Health Insurance Card)
Simply tap your card on the reader at reception.
Your insurance eligibility will be confirmed online.
2. Smartphone Verification
You may display your My Number health insurance information on your smartphone.
Our dedicated reader can scan and verify it.
👉 Our clinic supports both card and smartphone verification.
3. Certificate of Eligibility
If you are not using a My Number Card, please present your Certificate of Eligibility issued by your insurer.
■ Why We Recommend Using the My Number Card
- Faster and smoother reception process
- Online eligibility confirmation, even after job or insurance changes
- No need to wait for reissued insurance cards
- Convenient smartphone option available
The My Number Card system will become the standard method for insurance verification.
We encourage early registration for your convenience.
Our clinic fully supports My Number Card insurance verification.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask at reception.


