01

Emergency

The mainland emergency medical number is 120; in Beijing from an international-format phone, the official guide lists (+86 10) 120. Many hospitals have emergency departments, but language and direct-billing arrangements vary.

02

Routine care

The official Beijing medical guide lists public-hospital international departments and private international hospitals. The English interface of the International Service Beijing mini-program can connect to Beijing 114 outpatient appointments.

03

Payment

The official guide lists RMB cash, major international credit cards, UnionPay, WeChat Pay and Alipay. Direct billing depends on a current agreement between your insurer and the specific institution.

  • Carry your passport.
  • Ask the insurer and hospital to confirm direct billing.
  • Keep digital and paper policy details.
  • Choose a nearer emergency option for any rural stay.