- Benefit
- You can take part up to 3 times a year (up to 18 visits and 36 weeks of medication). Includes cessation medications (Chantix, bupropion, etc.) and nicotine aids. 20% out-of-pocket for visits 1-2; consultation fees and medication are free from visit 3; when all 6 counseling visits are completed, the out-of-pocket amount you paid is refunded. Medical Aid recipients and the bottom 20% in premiums are fully exempt.
- Who is eligible
- Smokers who want to quit (national health insurance members and Medical Aid recipients)
- When to apply
- Any time during the year (limit of 3 times a year)
- How to apply
- Visit and register at a smoking cessation treatment institution (clinic, hospital or public health center). Look up institutions on nhis.or.kr under 'Smoking Cessation Treatment Institutions'
- Important notes
- One participation must be completed within 8-12 weeks to receive the refund
- Note
- Can be combined with the public health center (보건소) smoking cessation clinic (free counseling and 6 months of cessation aids). Smoking cessation hotline 1544-9030.
Based on official sources as of 2026년 10월. Amounts and requirements may change, so please confirm with the official guide before applying.