Calling a new dental clinic to book a first visit for a tooth that hurts with cold drinks, plus a cleaning

A first dental visit on insurance costs about ¥3,000–4,000 at 30% copay: the 初診料 (first-visit fee) is 272 points, about ¥820 out of pocket, and a panoramic X-ray, gum check, and management fee make up the rest. Bring about ¥5,000–5,500, and check the clinic’s payment methods in advance. Bring your マイナ保険証 or 資格確認書. The old paper 保険証 expired by Dec 1, 2025 (and ceased to be valid from Dec 2), and the grace period for expired cards ended July 31, 2026. If you forgot your proof of insurance and the clinic cannot otherwise confirm eligibility, you may be asked to pay 100% temporarily; ask the clinic about its reimbursement procedure and deadline. A card-reader failure alone does not automatically mean a 100% payment. Also, if you skip the dentist for 3 months or more in the middle of treatment, a first-visit fee may apply again, depending on the treatment circumstances. Sources: , , Official insurance guidance: .