Mizunoe Clinic

About

Minaminoe Clinic, operated by Medical Corporation Kaika, is a community healthcare facility located in Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, offering comprehensive medical services centered on internal medicine. In addition to general internal medicine, the clinic provides respiratory medicine, allergy, rehabilitation, and dermatology services, with a comprehensive internal medicine specialist overseeing all internal medicine care. A diabetes care instructor is on staff, working alongside certified diabetes educator nurses to provide dedicated diabetes treatment, while registered dietitians offer nutrition counseling by appointment. Preventive care services include cancer screenings, adult disease screenings, diabetes screenings, and osteoporosis screenings, along with vaccinations, health consultations, and smoking cessation programs. The clinic operates by appointment to minimize waiting times while accommodating urgent cases. Payment options include credit cards and electronic money, with parking and barrier-free facilities available. The clinic actively promotes digital healthcare through the online eligibility verification system, promotion of Individual Number Cards as health insurance cards, electronic prescriptions, and electronic medical record sharing services. Generic prescribing and itemized billing statements are also provided. A licensed social worker is available for consultations, coordinating with care managers as needed. Long-term prescriptions exceeding 28 days and refill prescriptions are available, meeting diverse community healthcare needs. Operating hours are weekdays 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and Saturdays 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, with Wednesday and Saturday afternoons dedicated to home visits. The clinic is closed on Sundays, holidays, and New Year's. English language support is available, serving a diverse patient population.