Japanese health care facilities generally expect DOD civilians to pay up front for medical care. Those without Japanese health insurance are billed according to an open-ended point system.

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The health care system "covers 98.3% of the population, while the separate Public Social Assistance Program, for impoverished people, covers the remaining," said Columbia University.

Japan has a well-structured universal health care system, emphasizing preventive care and early detection. Routine screenings help identify and manage potential heart risks before they become serious.