- Within six months from the date of outpatient/ emergency treatment or discharge. For crewmen out to sea, six months are counted starting from the day they returned to the country.
- During the period when benefits are temporarily suspended, patients must apply for reimbursement within 6 months after premiums are paid (medical expenses in the recent five years in arrears can be applied for).
- Please be aware no matter the expenses are occurred at home or abroad, reimbursement cannot be applied exceeding the dateline.
- Before June 30 for individuals whose co-payment for hospitalization in a whole year exceeds the legal limit.
- Patients who apply for catastrophic illness status while hospitalized and only receive approval after being discharged should file an application within six months after being discharged.
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