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How Much Does a Gynecologist Cost in Korea?

What decides the cost of a visit?

In Korea, the final bill depends on three things:

1.  Your insurance status. NHIS members pay a copayment for covered care. Visitors pay the full price.
2. Whether each item is covered (급여) or non-covered (비급여). The same test can be covered when medically indicated and non-covered when done for screening by choice.
3. What tests are done. The consultation itself is usually a small part of the bill. Ultrasounds and lab tests add most of the cost.

How much does a gynecologist cost with NHIS?

For NHIS members at a clinic (의원), the copayment for a covered consultation is generally modest. Covered tests and ultrasounds add a percentage of their official price. The exact amount changes with national fee schedules and with the tests performed, so treat any figure as an estimate. Prescription medicine at the pharmacy is billed separately.

How much does it cost without insurance?

Clinics in Korea must publish their non-covered prices. As an example, here are posted prices at Eunice Women's Clinic (list last checked 2026-01-01; prices may change; confirm with the clinic):

   

Item	Price (KRW)
Consultation for non-insured visits (e.g., contraception, emergency contraception)	20,000
Liquid-based Pap test (LBC)	40,000
Conventional Pap test	15,000
Colposcopy	30,000
Gynecologic ultrasound	70,000
Breast ultrasound	90,000
Thyroid ultrasound	50,000
Urine pregnancy test	10,000
Blood β-hCG	30,000
AMH (ovarian reserve)	60,000
ROMA (ovarian cancer risk)	60,000
Mirena IUD	350,000
Kyleena IUD	330,000
Gardasil 9 (per dose)	240,000
English medical certificate	20,000

Many ultrasounds and tests are covered by NHIS when medically indicated; the prices above apply when they are not covered. The full list is on the fees page.

What does a typical visit cost? Example scenarios

These are rough examples, not quotes:

•  Vaginal discharge check with NHIS: covered consultation and swab tests, plus pharmacy costs. Usually a modest total.
• Routine checkup without symptoms, no NHIS: consultation plus LBC Pap and gynecologic ultrasound. Add the listed prices together.
• Mirena insertion: the device price (350,000 KRW at Eunice) plus any consultation or ultrasound fee. Ask for a full estimate first.
• Emergency contraception: 20,000 KRW consultation fee at Eunice, plus the medicine price at the pharmacy.

Why are STD test prices hard to compare?

STD panels in Korea are often PCR tests that check several infections at once. The number of infections tested and whether NHIS covers the test (symptoms vs. screening) change the price. Ask the clinic which infections are included. See STD testing in Korea.

Are prices the same at every clinic?

No. For covered (급여) items, the official fee is set nationally, so the price is similar at clinics of the same level. For non-covered (비급여) items, each clinic sets its own price. This is why a vaccine, IUD, or screening ultrasound can cost different amounts at different clinics. Hospitals and university hospitals also tend to charge more than small clinics for the same covered service because of a higher copayment rate.

Travelers should also remember that prescription medicine is paid separately at the pharmacy. Pharmacies in Korea also accept NHIS, so members pay a reduced price for covered medicine. Visitors without NHIS pay the full pharmacy price, which is usually still modest for common medicines such as antibiotics or antifungal tablets.

How can I avoid surprises?

• Ask before each test: "Is this covered by insurance?" (보험 되나요? bo-heom doe-na-yo?)
• Ask for an estimate before an IUD, vaccine series, or multiple ultrasounds.
• Keep the detailed receipt (진료비 세부내역서) for insurance claims.
• If you have private insurance, request an English medical certificate on the same day.
• If you need several tests, ask which ones are most important today and which can wait for a later visit or for your NHIS coverage to start.

How do I pay?

You pay at the front desk after the visit. Most Korean clinics accept credit cards and cash. Eunice Women's Clinic accepts card and cash. For insurance details, read insurance and payment and our NHIS guide for foreigners.

Frequently asked questions

Is a gynecologist expensive in Korea compared with the US?

For most people, clinic visits in Korea cost much less than in the US, even without insurance. Non-covered prices are posted publicly, so you can check before a visit. Costs rise when you add several tests or ultrasounds, so ask for an estimate if budget matters.

How much is a Pap smear in Korea?

It depends on the test type and coverage. At Eunice Women's Clinic, a conventional Pap is 15,000 KRW and a liquid-based Pap (LBC) is 40,000 KRW when not covered. Eligible NHIS members can receive national screening every two years from age 20. Prices may change.

Why did my bill include an ultrasound I did not expect?

Ultrasound is commonly used during gynecology visits in Korea. If cost is a concern, tell the doctor before the exam and ask whether an ultrasound is necessary today and whether it will be covered by insurance. You have the right to ask before any test.

Do Korean clinics charge for medical certificates?

Yes. Medical certificates and document copies usually have a fee. At Eunice Women's Clinic, an English medical certificate with diagnosis costs 20,000 KRW, a visit confirmation costs 3,000 KRW, and record copies cost 1,000 KRW for 1 to 5 pages. Prices may change.

Related pages

•  Fees & prices
• Insurance & payment
• NHIS for Foreigners
• Pap smear cost
• Mirena cost
• STD Testing in Korea

This page provides general health information for patients and does not replace a consultation with a doctor. Individual results vary. If you have severe pain, heavy bleeding, fainting or other urgent symptoms, call 119 or go to the nearest emergency room. Page updated September 2026.