Important Information Regarding Health Insurance for Senior Residents of Sagamihara City
Sagamihara City is pleased to provide updated information concerning health insurance for its senior residents, specifically focusing on the “Late-Stage Elderly Health Insurance” (後期高齢者医療). This update, published on July 31, 2025, at 15:05, aims to clarify the use and functionalities of health insurance cards, qualification confirmation certificates, and the My Number Card (マイナ保険証) for eligible individuals.
Understanding Your Health Insurance Options
Sagamihara City is committed to ensuring all residents have access to essential healthcare services. For individuals aged 75 and over, or those aged 65 and over with specific qualifying disabilities, the Late-Stage Elderly Health Insurance system is in place. This system is managed at the prefectural level by the Kanagawa Prefectural Late-Stage Elderly Healthcare Association.
Key Documents for Your Healthcare Access:
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Health Insurance Card (保険証 – Hoken-sho): This is the traditional identification document used to access healthcare services. It confirms your eligibility for the Late-Stage Elderly Health Insurance.
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Qualification Confirmation Certificate (資格確認書 – Shikaku Kakunin-sho): In certain situations, such as when your health insurance card has expired or been lost, a Qualification Confirmation Certificate may be issued. This document serves as temporary proof of your eligibility for healthcare services until a new health insurance card is issued. It is crucial to keep this document in a safe place and present it to medical institutions when necessary.
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My Number Card (マイナ保険証 – Maina Hoken-sho): The My Number Card, integrated with your My Number (Social Security and Tax Number), can also function as your health insurance card. This is part of a nationwide initiative to streamline access to public services and improve convenience. By linking your My Number Card to your health insurance information, you can utilize it at designated medical institutions.
Utilizing Your My Number Card for Healthcare:
The integration of the My Number Card as a health insurance card offers several advantages, including:
- Convenience: Carrying one card for both identification and healthcare access.
- Streamlined Information: Potential for easier sharing of medical information (with your consent) between different healthcare providers, leading to more coordinated care.
- Access to Public Services: The My Number Card serves as a gateway to various other government services.
Important Considerations and Next Steps:
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New Insurance Period: Please be aware that the Late-Stage Elderly Health Insurance has an insurance period. Typically, a new health insurance card is issued approximately one month before the expiration of the current one. Residents will receive this new card by mail.
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Verification of Information: It is essential for all residents to regularly check their health insurance information to ensure accuracy. If you notice any discrepancies, please do not hesitate to contact the relevant authorities for correction.
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Guidance on My Number Card Usage: For detailed instructions on how to link your My Number Card to your health insurance and to find medical institutions that accept the My Number Card as a health insurance card, please refer to the official website of the Kanagawa Prefectural Late-Stage Elderly Healthcare Association or consult with the dedicated consultation desks.
Sagamihara City encourages all eligible residents to familiarize themselves with these important health insurance documents and to utilize the convenient options available. Should you have any specific questions or require further clarification regarding the Late-Stage Elderly Health Insurance, qualification confirmation certificates, or the My Number Card, please do not hesitate to reach out to the relevant departments within Sagamihara City Hall or the Kanagawa Prefectural Late-Stage Elderly Healthcare Association for personalized assistance.
後期高齢者医療の保険証（資格確認書・マイナ保険証）について教えてください。
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