1. See a doctor: First of all, you need to see a doctor in a public hospital or a private hospital in Korea for examination and treatment.
2. Prescription: The doctor will prescribe according to the condition, which may include some medical devices.
3. Purchase of equipment: Patients need to buy medical equipment at the corresponding pharmacy or medical equipment store with a prescription.
4. Application for reimbursement: After purchasing medical devices, patients can apply for reimbursement. You can apply for reimbursement in hospitals or pharmacies. When applying, you need to fill in an application form for reimbursement and provide proof of purchase.
5. Review: After submitting the reimbursement application, the National Health Agency of Korea will review it to ensure that the related medical devices meet the reimbursement requirements and policies.
6. Reimbursement: After approval, patients can obtain reimbursement for medical devices by bank transfer or mailing checks.
It should be noted that not all medical devices can be reimbursed, and the specific reimbursement scope and policies will vary from time to time. Therefore, before purchasing medical equipment, it is recommended to consult a doctor or pharmacist to find out whether it is included in the scope of medical insurance reimbursement.