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Personalized Travel Assistance

Our travel health specialists are specially trained to provide you with up to date recommendations including appropriate immunizations, preventative medications, and counseling on precautionary measures to avoid insect-borne diseases and travelers? diarrhea. Our goal is to make your trip as comfortable and healthy as possible.

INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES (ICS TEAM)

   Bangpakok 9 International Hospital is proud to offer an International Customer Service team who can provide effective holistic services. ICS representatives are easily available to communicate with patients through various channels such as phone calls, e-mails, and social media and ensure that all valid patients’ concerns are promptly addressed such as:
  • Providing a sustainable treatment plan with initial quotation following the recommendation of the specialist and/or surgeon. **Recommendations are based on the patient’s up-to-date medical records/history, MRI, photos.
  • Providing a confirmation letter on any form of appointments such as medical consultations, aesthetic procedures, plastic surgeries, dental treatment, rehabilitative therapies and operations.
  • Providing an invitation letter to the embassy for incoming patients.
  • Making appointments and fixing schedules for the doctor and patient.
  • Arranging transportation from the airport to the hospital or patients’ accommodation. Searching for an accommodation in accordance with COVID-19 standards.
  • Taking care of patients during their hospitalization, post-operative procedures, recovery, and departure.
  • Well-mannered and holistic approach in assisting the patients’ concerns. Arabic, English, Burmese, Cambodian, Filipino and Chinese interpreters are available to take care and coordinate on all matters 24 hours a day for patients, in order to make them feel comfortable as much as possible.
  • Providing medical reports for all IPD and OPD urgent cases, fit-to-fly medical certificate for patients traveling abroad, and all OPD cases for RT-PCR test.
  • Assisting patients to contact with their oversea insurance providers to get the guarantee of payment.
  • Coordinating with accounting and cashier team for details of medical expenses, payment problems, and financial complaints from patients.
PRE-ARRIVAL REQUIREMENT

 INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL COORDINATION OFFICE (MCO)
   Medical, surgical, and aesthetic inquiries from local and international patients are responded by international medical coordination office (MCO). They are responsible for all overseas customer assistance by answering e-mails and live chat support questions and providing templates with detailed information to ensure international patient satisfaction. Patients will receive the information before arrival.




HEALTHCARE AT BANGPAKOK 9 INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL

Upon arrival at Bangpakok 9 International Hospital, the patient requires to fill-in the Patient Registration Form.

Pre-admission Procedure
Patients, including medical travelers, can only be admitted to Bangpakok 9 International Hospital upon a physician’s recommendation.
During the admission process, patients will be informed of the following:
• Types of inpatient rooms
• Pricing of the inpatient rooms, services and daily meals
• The estimated cost of operation and procedure
• Deposits
• Various modes of payment accepted
• Contract company
• Permission to leave the hospital
• Policy regarding guests staying overnight with the patient
• Information on infection control, prevention and patient safety
• Child delivery
• Policy regarding procedures, medication and treatments at the hospital
• Inpatient nutritional plans
• Valuables and safety box
• Loss and damage policy of hospital property
• Equipment and tools to be employed in the hospital
• Information on visas and possible extensions

   However, if the patient is willing to undergo surgery after the consultation, the patient may stay at Ward 9. The patient will be asked his/her consent to review and sign afterwards an important document that specifies his/her stay in Bangpakok 9 International Hospital.

Average number of people per room :

  • Superior : 1 patient and 1 companion (Max. of 2 persons)

Price /night :  7,660 baht (Include: nursing service, meal, hospital service)

  • Deluxe : 1 patient and 1 companion (Max. of 2 persons)

Price /night :  9,480 baht (Include: nursing service, meal, hospital service)

  • Suite 2 : 1 patient and 1 companion (Max. of 2 persons)

  Price /night :  13,380 baht  

(Include: nursing service, meal, hospital service)

  • Suite 3  : 1 patient and 1 companion (Max. of 2 persons)

      Price /night :  17,670 baht (Include: nursing service, meal, hospital service)

    • Housekeeping will be provided on your first day of arrival. The helper will be responsible for cleaning the windows, keeping clear of traffic areas, changing blankets, cleaning, emptying garbage containers etc.
    • Housekeeping will be scheduled every day to maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the room.
SAFETY AND SECURITY

   The Kingdom of Thailand is one of the safest countries in Asia. A lot of foreign nationals visit the country due to its idyllic beaches and friendly inhabitants. It is also a safe place to travel with kids because the culture is also very family-oriented. Although tourists and residents of Thailand can enjoy sightseeing and safety throughout their time in Thailand, it is especially important to check in regularly the public ministry of health to stay current on what it remains a very fluid and fast changing situation.

POLITICAL SITUATION IN THAILAND
   The Thai government is based on a constitutional monarchy, in which a Prime Minister serves as the head of a parliamentary government and a hereditary Thai king acts as the head of state, currently under King Maha Vajiralongkorn, who ascended to throne in December 2016. Currently, Thailand has a consistent and fair system of information and journalism, where the most current political situations and facts are covered in both English and Thai.

SAFETY ROAD TRAVEL

   Traveling to Thailand is simple; you can take turns by car, taxi, bus, train, extensive subway system, plane, and boat making it possible to reach almost every place in the country. For those who prefer to drive in Thailand, there are some important points to consider regarding driving laws and regulations in Thailand.

   The Driving in Thailand website provides comprehensive information on the policies, regulations, and expectations that come with driving in Thailand.

Please click the following links for more information:

      https://www.tatnews.org/general-tourism-information
      https://www.tourismthailand.org

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

VACCINE & IMMUNIZATIONS

   As with traveling to most other countries, health authorities advise all travelers to always make sure they are up to date on all of their routine immunizations and vaccinations prior to the trip which are: the diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, chickenpox vaccine, polio vaccine, measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, and your regular flu vaccine.

**Additionally, please see the table below for more specific vaccine recommendations that can be applied to specific people before entering Thailand.

 The specific vaccination guidelines that may be applicable to specific people before entering Thailand can be found on the following website: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/thailand?s_cid=ncezid-dgmq-travel-single-001
The situation of infectious diseases in Thailand (Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health Thailand) can be found on the following website : moph.go.th



IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS- TOURISM AUTHORITY OF THAILAND

   Visiting Thailand as a tourist or a travel medical patient, you need to get a Tourist or Medical Visa, in advance to arrival. The requirements may vary depending on your country of origin. Most medical visas are awarded for a period of 30 days to 90 days, with the possibility of extension depending on the discretion of the appropriate authority. Please refer below links for additional details :

For visa requirements : www.immigration.go.th
For visa - requiring countries : http://www.consular.go.th
For more information on Thailand visa : www.thaiembassy.com

   Or you can visit Thai Embassy located in your countries. You will need to obtain a valid visa before your visit to Thailand.

 

TRAVEL ADVICE AND SUPPORT

   Once you have decided to explore Thailand, you may need to know more specific information and how you can make the perfect trip by clicking to the below links:

Tourism Authority of Thailand 
https://www.tourismthailand.org/Destinations/Provinces/bangkok/219

Top Travel Destinations in Thailand

The top 6 destinations in Thailand, including its main cities such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Ko Samui and Krabi.
  • Bangkok
  • Chiang Mai

  • Phuket

  • Samui

  • Krabi

  An increasing of tourists visiting Bangkok each year has proven that Bangkok is always a popular City for tourists.

Highlights : 

  • Wat Phra Kaew
  • Wat Ratchanadda
  • Wat Pho
  • Golden Mountain
  • Chatuchak Weekend Market

RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN BANGKOK

  1. Grande Centre Point Terminal 21 https://grandecentrepointterminal21.com
  2. Grande Centre Point Ploenchit Bangkok https://grandecentrepointploenchit.com/
  3. Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri https://grandecentrepointratchadamri.com/
OTHER SUGGESTED HOTELS
  1. Aloft Bangkok Sukhumvit https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bkkal-aloft-bangkok-sukhumvit-11/
  2. Anantara Riverside Resort Bangkok https://www.anantara.com/en/riverside-bangkok
  3. Avani Hotels & Resorts https://www.avanihotels.com/en
  4. Centrepoint Silom https://www.centrepoint.com/silom
  5. FuramaXclusive Silom https://www.furama.com/silom
  6. Lohas Residences https://www.lohasresidences.com/
  7. Mercure Bangkok Sukhumvit 11 https://www.mercurebangkoksukhumvit11.com/
  8. Montien Riverside Hotel Bangkok https://www.montienhotel-riverside.com/en/
  9. Shama Lakeview Asoke https://www.shama.com/lakeview-asoke

TRAVEL CHECKLIST

   Once you received a confirmation letter via e-mail: [email protected] from Bangpakok 9 International Hospital; our medical travel team will contact you within 24 hours and send you important information you need to know before traveling in order to help you prepare your medical travel itinerary. Please refer to the travel checklist provided below:

SECTION 1 : TRAVELING BY AIR
   In general, if you have the following conditions; travel by air is prohibited.

  1. Perhaps 36 weeks of pregnancy (or 32 weeks if you are carrying twins, triplets, etc.).
  2. Have a recent heart attack or stroke. Or any type of surgery, especially abdominal, brain, eye, orthopedic (bone and joint) surgery including abdominal, eye, or head injuries. Please check with your doctor to see if it is safe for you to travel.
  3. Have implanted cardiac devices such as pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) devices and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD); please check with your doctor before traveling by air. Don't forget to carry your personal device identification card at all times.
  4. Have flu -like symptoms with or without tuberculosis like symptoms such as chronic / prolonged cough, weight loss, night sweats, fatigue, fever, and chest pain for more than 2 weeks. We strongly advise not to travel at this stage, and for them to continue treatment with their current care team until the symptoms have completely resolved.
  5. Are experiencing the signs and symptoms below, please check with your doctor to see if it is safe for you to travel :
    • Chest pain
    • Any disease that you can easily spread to other people
    • Severe infections of the sinuses, ears, or nose
    • Difficulty breathing, difficulty breathing
    • Psychotic illness unless fully controlled
    • A fever of 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) or higher
    • Skin rash
    • Confusion
    • Bruises or bleeding (without previous injury)
    • Diarrhea that does not disappear
    • Vomiting that does not go away (except motion sickness)

If during flight;

  1. Keep all your medications in your hand luggage.
  2. Drink plenty of water to help prevent hydration and to help loosen your sputum and allow you to keep your chest clean from the low humidity levels in the cabin air.
  3. On a long-distance flight of 4 hours or longer see also: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dvt/travel.html
  4. Deep vein thrombosis can occur as a result of inactivity; make sure you get up and walk regularly when the aircraft crew allows. Bend and stretch your legs and move your legs at regular intervals (for example every 30 minutes) to encourage your circulation.
*If you have higher risk of having deep vein thrombosis, your doctor can help you take what steps you may need to take before flying. This may include graduated compression stockings, aspirin, or anticoagulants.
5. If you will need oxygen during the flight; it must be requested in advance. A Medical Information Form, stating your current clinical condition and the reason for the oxygen need, must be filled out and submitted to the airlines. It can take 3-5 business days to be processed and subject to airlines approval.

SECTION 2 : PRE-OPERATIVE PREPARATION

  1. Physical / Social distancing: To prevent the spread of a contagious disease, if possible, maintain two (2) meters away from others within the hospital facility and especially in public places. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, if possible.
  2. Discontinue taking aspirin or any product containing aspirin one week prior to surgery. If you take any other medications, please check with your primary care doctor. Some medicine should wait to be taken until after surgery.
  3. Notify us immediately if you have developed any type of illness or infection (flu, cold, fever etc) or COVID-19 like symptoms that might affect your surgery.
  4. Stop smoking at least 2 - 6 weeks before surgery. Smoking interferes with healing.
  5. DO NOT eat or drink anything after midnight before your surgery. These include coffee, tea, water, and chewing gum. If you have eaten after midnight, your surgery might be delayed, cancelled, and rescheduled.
  6. If possible, leave jewelry and valuables at home.
  7. Surgery date and treatment plan may vary depending on pre-operative test result and final consultation with the physician and/or any unforeseen circumstances.
  8. Any additional diagnostic and laboratory test and medications which will be advised by the doctor during pre-operative checkup will be added to your bill as extra fees.
  9. Notify your bank provider that you will use your card for payment here in Thailand. For any transfer money should be done at least 5-7 working days or prepare the full amount prior to surgery. All additional procedures/treatment must be paid directly to hospital.

WHAT TO PREPARE FOR THE MEDICAL TRAVEL?
**Please refer below for additional details:

  1. Valid passport and visas. Passport should not expire less than 6 months.
  2. Photocopy all important documents such as medical reports, laboratory test results and other personal files. Keep a copy of yourself, separate from the originals.
  3. Foreign currency. Ask your bank and credit card providers whether your cards will work at your destination. Inquire about fees and partner banks.
  4. Packed prescription medications to last your entire trip as well as extra dosages for any travel delays.
  5. Take your insurance card with you and make sure you understand your health insurance coverage works abroad.
  6. Cell phone and charger.
  7. Clothes.
  8. Toiletries. Make sure to bring extra masks, alcohol, sanitizers, and face shields if necessary.

PROTOCOLS TO MITIGATE THE RISK OF RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTION

  1. Physical / Social distancing: To prevent the spread of a contagious disease, if possible, maintain two (2) meters away from others within the hospital facility and especially in public places. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, if possible.
  2. Wear mask and maintain appropriate distancing while at airport and on the aircraft if possible.
  3. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
  4. If soap and water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol content.
  5. Bring sanitation wipes with you.
  6. Avoid touching your eyes, hands and moth.
  7. Cover your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when coughing or sneezing.
  8. In addition to above practices, wear mask and wipe your seat and tray with sanitation wipes.

 

PATIENT’S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
   The Medical Council, Nursing and Midwifery Council, the Pharmacy Council, the Dental Council, Physical Therapy Council, the Medical Technology Council, and the Art of Healing Committee jointly announce the Declaration of Patient Rights and Responsibilities as follows:
PATIENT’S RIGHTS
  1. Every patient has the basic rights to receive health service as have been legally enacted in the Thai Constitution.
  2. Patients who seek medical services have the rights to receive their complete current information in order to thoroughly understand about their illness from their medical practitioner. Furthermore, the patient can either voluntarily consent or refuse treatment from the medical practitioner treating him/her except in case of emergency or life-threatening situation.
  3. Patients at risk, in critical condition or near death, is entitled to receive urgent and immediate relief from their medical practitioner as necessary, regardless of whether the patient requests assistance or not.
  4. The patient has the rights to know the name-surname and the specialty of the practitioner under whose care he/she is in.
  5. It is the right of the patient to request a second opinion from other medical practitioner in other specialties, who is not involved in the immediate care of him/her as well as the right to change the place of medical service or treatment, as requested by the patient without prejudice.
  6. The patient has the rights to expect that their personal information are kept confidential by the medical practitioner, the only exception being in cases with the consent of the patient or due to legal obligation.
  7. The patient is entitled to demand complete current information regarding his role in the research and the risks involved, in order to make decision to participate in/or withdraw from the medical research being carried out by their health care provider.
  8. The patient has the rights to know or demand full and current information about their medical treatment as appeared in the medical record as requested. With respect to this, the information obtained must not infringe upon other individual’s rights.
  9. The father/mother or legal representative may use their rights in place of a child under the age of eighteen or who is physically or mentally handicapped wherein they could not exercise their own rights.
PATIENT’S RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Patients are responsible for cooperating with and following the recommendations of health care professionals during treatment and should be informed when compliance is not possible.
  2. Patients are responsible for providing complete and factual information and facts about medical conditions to responsible health care professionals. This will be useful for providing medical treatment and preventing serious adverse effects to the patient, including associated health care professionals.
  3. Patients are responsible for cooperating with and following hospital rules and regulations.
  4. Patients are responsible for treating health care professionals, other patients, and visitors with respect and courtesy.
  5. It is the responsibility of patients to avoid any actions that may interfere or interfere with the operation of health care professionals and public health personnel. Patients are responsible for working directly with hospital management representatives to resolve complaints, in accordance with hospital regulations.
  6. The emergency room is only for patients in emergency and life -threatening conditions. Healthcare Providers are allowed to use their own discretion in choosing treatment according to their medical knowledge, evidence -based medical treatment options in a particular context and limitations as well as to consult or refer to patients when deemed appropriate for the maximum benefit of patients.
  7. Patients have a responsibility to be aware that “resources in the public health system are of high value and limited”. Any patient actions that may result in the loss of vital resources may affect the patient’s own medical treatment and so on.
  8. Patients should not waste medical resources unnecessarily.
  9. Patients have a responsibility to respect the privacy of health care professionals and other patients in a medical facility. Taking pictures and recording video and sound, or any other similar action without prior permission is prohibited.
  10. Patients should ask questions to fully understand all information provided to patients including possible risks before accepting or refusing medical treatment. However, if there are any questions or misunderstandings, please notify the relevant parties.
   It is the responsibility of patient to know that “Neglect or Non-compliance with the above details” may affect the patient’s own medical treatment, damage to the medical facility or affect other patients. Therefore, non-compliant patients will be subjected to penalties as provided by law, following publication in the Royal Thai Government Gazette (Announced on 23 June 2020)
SAFETY PROTOCOLS
RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTION
  1. Maintain social distancing of at least 2 meters from other people.
  2. Avoid crowed place and wear a facemask all the time while inside the plane.
  3. Do not use your hands to cover your mouth to avoid contamination if you are coughing and sneezing while wearing a mask.
  4. Try not to touch frequently touched counters or digital touch screens.
  5. Practice a healthier lifestyle by eating healthy foods, drinking enough water, getting enough sleep, etc.
  6. Seek immediate medical help if you have any symptoms such as fever, cough or breathing difficulties.
GUIDANCE DURING THE GROUND TRAVEL
  1. Avoid touching surfaces
    • Such as counter tables, digital touchscreens, etc. If you happen to touch these areas at some point, wash your hands if there is an available soap and water for 20 seconds or clean your hands with 60% alcohol solution.
  2. Maintain social distancing
    • Stay at least 2 meters apart from others to maintain social distancing.
    • It is best to travel during non-peak hours to avoid crowed.
  3. Practice hand hygiene
    • Always clean your hands with 60% alcohol solution every time you have to enter or leave the transportation or stations.
    • Wash your hands if there is an available soap and water for 20 seconds once you have reached your destination.
    • If social distancing is unavailable, always wear your mask.
TELEMEDICINE POLICY 
   Telemedicine is an established model of treatment in the medical field that may help give access to many people in need of treatment. Telemedicine, the simply way to meet your doctor.
   We are provided the Real-Time Video Call by ZOOM, WhatsApp and WeChat for our patients from 8.00 - 20.00 hrs for all medical centers.
Terms of Service :
   By Bangpakok 9 International Hospital Privacy Policy to protect patients personal information in accordance with legal requirements from Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act BE 2562 (PDPA) effect on 1 June 2021 and guidelines for processing patients personal data in accordance with the privacy policy.
   Patients provide personal information by specifying or marking on the Consent form for contacting or receiving services with Bangpakok 9 International Hospital, while visiting or website https://bpkconnect.com/survey/form/survey-bpk9-GHA-TELEMEDICINE or other applications that the hospital uses to provide services, patient are deemed to have agreed and accepted with the privacy policy.

Preparation before receiving the service:

    According to the privacy of medical information service, patients should have privacy location, stable internet, and should have an ID card or passport to verify patient identity before receiving the service.

Just 3 step

  1. Send us the inquiry
  2. Make a payment to Get a link from a professional team
  3. Click the link to see a doctor via TeleConsultation

For inquiries : Email: [email protected] Tel. +66 2109 9111

 

FINDING YOUR WAY TO BANGPAKOK 9 INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL

   Bangpakok 9 International Hospital Guest Service Assistant Team is readily available to receive our international patients once they arrived at the airport in Thailand.          

BPK 9 PRIVATE SERVICE VEHICLE
   The hospital has been providing a free transportation service from the airport to the patient’s accommodation with the aid of 1 personal from the hospital.

  1. There will always be one (1) staff from the hospital that will assist in picking up the patient until they arrive at the patient’s hotel.
  2. Every individual entering the private service vehicle MUST undergo temperature screening.
  3. AVOID hand-shakes and hugging at all times.
  4. BPK9 private service vehicles provide adequate hand sanitizer kit or alcohol-based hand rub.
  5. Regularly clean vehicle seats. Clean driver and passenger side windows and grab handles with soap and water or disinfectant 3-4 times a day.
  6. Provide proper waste disposal such as (trash cans, cans) inside service vehicles to ensure the availability of properly protected/ trained waste handlers with gloves and masks, aprons and overalls protective if necessary.
  7. Avoid overcrowding inside service vehicles and body contact keeping a distance from each other. One van could seat maximum 4 customers accept family.
  8. Provide good ventilation and air conditioning in each private service vehicle.
  9. Important information related to Covid-19 infection is presented through posters in various languages ​​for easy identification of passengers. Some of them are:
    • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or handkerchief when coughing and sneezing.
    • Proper disposal of tissue, plastic, wrap, etc. should be placed in proper disposal such as trash cansor rubbish bins located inside the service vehicle.
    • AVOID hand-shakes and hugging at all times.
    • If you are nauseous and want to vomit, you can ask our health personnel inside the service vehicle for a plastic, candies, or nasal inhaler or medication to reduce nausea and vomiting during transportation.

For more information or assistance, please contact :
Phone no : (+66)2 109 9111 Ext: 10162
E-mail Address : [email protected]
Website : www.bangpakokhospital.com

MEET AND GREET AT SUVARNABHUMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT/DONMEANG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

SUVARNABHUMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
   Upon arrival, patients and their companions will be accompanied by Airport Thai authorities from the arrival gate to the pickup point. Our International Customer Service officer from Bangpakok 9 International Hospital is waiting to greet patients and their relatives at Suvarnabhumi International Airport 2nd floor, Gate number 4 (Inside) along with the hospital vehicle stand-by to pick them up and transport at the hospital.

DONMUEANG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
   Upon arrival, patients and their companions will be accompanied by Airport Thai authorities from the arrival gate to the pickup point. Our International Customer Service officer from Bangpakok 9 International Hospital is waiting to greet the patients and their relatives at Donmueng International Airport 1st building, Gate number 5 with the hospital vehicle on standby to pick them up and transport at the hospital.

MAPS AND DIRECTIONS TO BANGPAKOK 9 INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL

   Bangpakok 9 International Hospital is not far from the capital city and the airport; with the maps provided below and with highly trained hospital drivers, patients will arrive in the hospital safe and sound.

ADMISSION TIME
  1. The Registration Department is open 24 hours. Upon arrival at the hospital, one of the staffs will assist the patient to go to the Registration Department for checking-in, filling-out and signing the application and/or consent form for hospital admission.
  2. Patients may check-in any time depending on the physician’s recommendation and the patient’s scheduled procedure(s).
  3. Room, service and meal plan charges will be effective on the first day of admission until 12 pm of the next day.
VISITING GUIDE
   To prevent transmission of the virus between patients and visitors, visitation is prohibited to a regular ward or critical care units; however, visitors can express their concerns, affection and care by following the rules:
  • For patients staying in the regular ward: Visitors can leave their gifts at the nursing station with the patient’s name and room number attached and the nurse-on-duty is responsible for sending all necessities to patient room;
  • Keep the patient company until the recovery period is allowed; however, the caregiver must show a negative ATK result before entering and be sure not to leave the facility until the end of the quarantine period. Only one (1) and the same caregiver are allowed for the entire duration of the patient’s recovery process.
  • For patients staying in critical care units: Visitors can leave their gifts at the recipient’s area of ​​the hospital’s main entrance with the patient’s name and room number attached and the staff-on-duty is responsible for sending all necessities to the patient.

VISITING POLICIES IN ICU (INTENSIVE CARE UNIT)

  • Patients are still prohibited from having any visitor, unless there emergencies or life-threatening conditions where the relative is required to be consulted for treatment on behalf of the patient.
  • To avoid an adverse effect on medical devices used in a critical care setup, please avoid using your mobile phone / any device that may be affected within the intensive care unit.
  • Taking photos, videos, or recordings of conversation are not permitted while in the intensive care unit.
  • To reduce the risk of infection, visitors are no longer allowed to bring flowers to the critical care units.
PATIENT ARE REQUIRED TO DO THE FOLLOWING
  • Confirm what type of room the patient can get the best medical care and accommodation.
  • Complete an Admission Form and verify who will be the responsible for your medical expenses (self-pay /insurance /company).
  • Patients are required to make a deposit for their treatment.
  • Obtain useful Information about infection control, prevention and patient safety.
  • According to Thai Law, An Informed consent form must be read through carefully and signed by the patient prior to any proposed medical treatment allowing the Hospital to provide care, treatment, or services. One of the standards of Healthcare practice in Thailand.
  • Minor & Major Surgery: Consent to treatment Form (related to the procedure) must be reviewed and signed as well by the patient in order to give permission to the Hospital to proceed with the treatment.
WHAT ARE THE ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS THAT THE PATIENT MUST PROVIDE?
  1. Original Passport with initial entry permit and arrival stamp in the Kingdom of Thailand issued by the Immigration officer from Thai Immigration Bureau.
  2. Insurance card or a Letter of Guarantee from your insurance company / employer. (Applicable ONLY to all companies with “credit card” arrangements with the hospital
INTERNATIONAL PATIENT SERVICE
  1. Well-mannered and holistic approach in assisting the patient’s concerns. (Professional Translators such as: English, Chinese, Burmese, Cambodian and Filipinos are always available).
  2. Answer medical and surgical enquiries.
  3. Provide invitation letter to the embassy for incoming patients.
  4. Making appointments and fixing schedules for the doctor and patient.
  5. Making medical reports and certificates and care attendant certificates.
  6. Arrange transportation and accommodation details of the patient and companion for pick-up.
  7. Coordinate with finance/accounting and cashier for the billing.
FACILITIES AND SERVICES

   To make sure our patients are in good hands, Bangpakok 9 International Hospital provides a range of facilities and services that will satisfy their daily needs like convenient stores located nearby the hospital building, ATM machines, coffee shops and a restaurant are available within the hospital premises. In addition, to ensure a safety and infection-free environment, our facilities are cleaned and sterilized daily following preventive measures.

  • International Medical Coordination Services
  • Cancer Treatment Center
  • Cardiology Center
  • Children’s (Pediatric) Centers
  • Dental Department
  • Diabetic Foot Center
  • Diabetes, Thyroid, and Endocrine Center
  • Emergency Department
  • Eye Center
  • Eyes, Nose, Throat Center
  • Gastroenterology & Hepatology
  • General Surgery Department
  • Hemodialysis Center
  • Fertility & In-Vitro Fertilization Center
  • Orthopedic Centers
  • Pharmacy Section
  • Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
  • Radiology Department
  • Rehabilitation Center
  • Skin & Aesthetic Center


PAYMENT OPTIONS

Our Cashier Departmentis open 24 hours and payments can be made through:

Cash basis

For cash payment, Bangpakok 9 International Hospital accepts most used currencies:

  • US Dollars (USD)
  • European Euro (EUR)
  • AUS Dollars (AUD)
  • UAE Dirham (AED)
  • Oman Rial (OMR)
  • Chinese Yuan (RMB)
   Please contact our cahier service counter for applicable rates when making a transaction. Price conversion in foreign currency might change due to the fluctuations in currency exchange rates.
  Note: Bangpakok 9 International Hospital exchange rate calculation by Kasikorn Bank https://www.kasikornbank.com/en/rate/pages/foreign-exchange.aspx 
Credit Cards/ Debit Cards  (Local and International)

Bangpakok 9 International Hospital accepts major credit and debit cards:

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • JCB
  • Mastercard Secure
  • UnionPay
Swipe Transactions (American Express)
Online Payments :
  • E-Wallet Payment: Alipay

Bangpakok 9 International Hospital accept:

  • Alipay
For more information please contact Cashier at +66 2109 9111 Ext: 10950
Medical Insurance

Bangpakok 9 International Hospital accepts International (Non-Thai Subsidiary) Direct Billing Contracts;

  1. Ace Insurance
  2. ACS Insurance (France)
  3. Aetna Global Benefits (USA)
  4. AIG Travel Asia Pacific Insurance Pte. Ltd.
  5. AioiNissay Dowa Insurance
  6. Allianz Worldwide Care Limited
  7. AU Insurance
  8. AXA Insurance
  9. Bharti AXA Travel Insurance (India)
  10. Blue Cross Blue Shield
  11. BUPA International Limited
  12. Cigna Global
  13. DavidShield International Medical Insurance
  14. Green Delta Insurance Company Limited (Bangladesh)
  15. Healix International
  16. International Claims Services
  17. Luma Health Insurance
  18. Mitsui Sumimoto Insurance
  19. Nisshin Fire and Marine Insurance
  20. Rakuten General Insurance
  21. Sompo Japan Insurance
  22. Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited (India)
  23. Tifgroup (United Kingdom)
  24. TRICARE
  25. TRICARE US
  26. Tune iPass travel Insurance
  27. Zurich Insurance
YOUR PLAN SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING

   A list of instructions to follow after leaving the hospital is provided below. It is necessary that the patient understands the instructions accordingly.
YOUR PLAN SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING

HOSPITAL DISCHARGE PLANNING

  1. The nurse will inform the patient and their relatives about the discharge plan one (1) day before leaving in order for the patient and companion to prepare their things.
  2. The nurse will inform the doctor who attended the assessment for pre-discharge.
  3. The nurse will prepare home medication to be given on the day of discharge.
  4. The nurse MUST double check the ordered home medications received by the patient from the Pharmacy Department to make sure everything is complete.
  5. In case of returning medication, the nurse counts the pills, records the number of pills and records the return medication in the data system before returning the pills to the Pharmacy Department.
  6. In case of additional medications as prescribed by the doctor, the nurse will prepare additional medications for the patient before discharge.
  7. In case the patient has insurance, the nurse must submit insurance claims for the patient. If the patient has just purchased insurance not over 180 days, the fax claim service cannot be used. The finance department staff will advise the patient to pay in advance and make a reimbursement. In case of having multiple insurances, the patient must be informed that there may be a delay.
  8. In case the patient keeps their valuable items in the hospital, the staff will coordinate with the Finance Department to return them to the patient.
  9. The total expenses bill will be completed by faxing the expenses to the Inpatient Department. The staff brings a copy of the details of medical expenses to the patient and asks if the patient would like our financial officer come to pick up the payment at the room or their relatives to pay at the Inpatient Finance Department. The staff is not allowed to receive the money to pay on behalf of the patient.
  10. When the payment is complete, the patient shows the receipt to the nurse, the nurse will explain the medication and deliver to the patient or their relatives (In case of high risk drug, HAD or complicated drug usage including the inhaler, inform the pharmacist to explain and deliver the medication directly to the patient or their relatives. If the pharmacist is unable to come up, the nurse will coordinate with the pharmacist to explain medications via video call to patients and relatives.)
DOCUMENT SERVICES

Nurses and doctors prepare the discharge procedures one day in advance as follows:

  • The doctor visits the patient and prepares for pre-discharge.
  • The doctor will assess the patient.
  • The doctor will order home medication.
  • The doctor will write an insurance claim.
  • The doctor will write a summary of medical treatment.
  • The doctor will write a medical certificate.

**Revised and reviewed by International Medical Report Team signed and stamped by the doctor.
**The documents request process may take 1 – 2 days depending on doctor’s schedules.

TRANSPORTATION ARRANGEMENTS

  1. The nurse will call a hospital porter to pick up the patient.
  2. The nurse will check the equipment and supplies along with the patient and relatives according to the Check list form: the use of the patient's room and the preparation of the room to ensure that no equipment or belongings remain in the room.
  3. The nurse together with the preferred translator will bring the patient to the hospital gate. Patients are not allowed to walk on their own.
  4. In the event that the patient refuses the wheelchair, the porter will push the wheelchair along with the patient, so if an emergency happens, assistance will be provided immediately.
TRAVELING BY AIR

   If you need to travel by air to return to your home country or another travel destination, you will need to ask your doctor to certify a Fit for Travel Medical Certificate, as well as a list of medications you will require abroad. The Fit for Travel Medical Certificate is only valid for three (3) days from the date of issue.

Please ensure the following before making travel plans:

  • Ask your physician for a summary of medical reports, lab tests and X-ray results.
  • Gather the contact information of your clinic, transport provider and patient assistant.
  • Inform your physician and nurse where your destination will be.
  • Confirm transportation plans at the airport in the destination you are headed.
AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE

   Patients and Medical travel patients who refuse all types of diagnostic, treatment both inpatient and outpatient; Patients and Medical travel patients have to follow the hospital policy by signing “Consent: Against Medical Advice.”

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
   It is important to understand the educational resources and recommendations that your doctor gives you at the discharge. The following list includes some of the important takeaways at discharge. Please do not hesitate to contact your doctor if you have any questions.
   If treatment must be continued at another healthcare facility, patients will discharge and leave with a summary of the given treatment at Bangpakok 9 International Hospital. This summary report will be issued by a physician and given to the patient by a nurse at discharge.
FOLLOW-UP AT HOME
   Optimizing the process concerning follow-up home consultation after hospitalization can be very useful from this follow-up post-discharge form when patients return to their home countries. 
   Bangpakok 9 International Hospital will extend their services to ensure coherent treatment and patient care as well as available access to current health status, prevention, diagnosis, as well as health education.
  • One of the International Medical Coordinators will monitor the ongoing condition of the patient, side effects of home medications, and possible abnormal outcomes of the treatment.
  • Advise the patient to maintain a contact with their health professionals for any development, possible signs of infection, pain, related to their surgeries to avoid any further complications.
  • After discharge, the in-charge health professional and/or medical inquiry team will contact the patient through international phone call, telemedicine or even through WhatsApp application at least 2 times. First time on Day 3 and second time on Day 10.
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