Healthcare guide · typical outpatient visit

How a hospital visit usually works.

Processes vary, but this is a common outpatient route.

01Bring your passport

In-person verification may be required.

02Save the Chinese name

Keep the hospital, campus, department, and address.

03Prepare payment

Fees may be charged separately.

TIMELINEA typical outpatient visit

From booking to the pharmacy

  1. Before the visit

    Find the hospital’s official WeChat account

    Open its official account or mini-program and find appointment services.

  2. Before the visit

    Create a patient profile

    Add passport details online or verify them at the hospital.

  3. Booking

    Choose the campus, department, and date

    Save confirmation and arrive early.

  4. Arrival

    Check in and verify your identity

    Show your passport or appointment record.

  5. Consultation

    Wait for your number and see the doctor

    Explain your concern and show relevant records or medicines.

  6. Tests

    Pay for and complete examinations

    Payment usually comes first. Keep receipts and reports.

  7. Follow-up

    Collect results and return

    A new check-in may be required.

  8. Pharmacy

    Pay for and collect medicine

    Follow the collection instructions.

Need an ambulance? Call 120 in mainland China.

Processes vary. Confirm the campus, department, booking method, language support, and opening hours directly with the hospital.

KEEPVisit records

Keep a complete document set.

Save receipts, invoices, records, reports, prescriptions, discharge notes, and digital confirmations.

Return to Hospital Finder

Medical disclaimer: This page provides practical orientation only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations.