Insured individuals under Sections 33 and 39 are entitled to free annual health check-ups, which is one of the key benefits for all insured persons. Regular health check-ups are important for the prevention and early detection of diseases, allowing for timely and effective treatment to prevent serious illnesses. The Social Security Office has specified the list of free health check-up services available to insured persons, along with the names of hospitals and the conditions for receiving these services in 2024.

What are the health check-up services available for insured individuals under Sections 33 and 39?

In 2024, insured individuals under Sections 33 and 39 of the Social Security system are entitled to free annual health check-ups at all public hospitals and participating private hospitals. They can receive basic health examinations and screenings for disease prevention, covering a total of 14 services free of charge, as follows :

• Hearing Screening: Finger Rub Test
• Breast Examination and Self-Breast Exam Instruction
• Eye Exam: Screening for abnormalities and eye diseases
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Urine Test (UA)
• Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS)
• Kidney Function Test: Creatinine (Cr) and eGFR
• Blood Lipid Test: Total Cholesterol & HDL Cholesterol
• Hepatitis B Screening: HBsAg
• Cervical Cancer Screening: Pap Smear
• Cervical Cancer Screening: VIA
• HPV DNA Test: 2 strains and 14 strains
• Colorectal Cancer Screening: FIT Test
• Chest X-ray
   

Where can I get a free Social Security health check-up before the appointment?

Insured individuals can receive free health check-ups at healthcare facilities participating in the Social Security program, with a total of 217 locations nationwide. This includes 163 public hospitals and 54 private hospitals. You can check the list of participating facilities on the Social Security Office website at https://www.sso.go.th or inquire via the Social Security Hotline at 1506.

How should I prepare before the annual health check-up? 
Preparing for the annual health check-up is an important step, as proper preparation will lead to more accurate test results. Here are the steps to prepare:

1.Get enough rest.

Before the health check-up day, you should get at least 6-8 hours of sleep.

2.Fast from food and drinks.

Fast from food and drinks for 8-10 hours, and avoid all types of alcoholic beverages for at least 24 hours. Additionally, avoid foods that are high in sugar and fat.

3.Prepare documents showing any pre-existing medical conditions.

If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, you should bring your medication and a medical certificate to show the examining doctor, as it will help in analyzing the results of your health check-up.

4.Wear appropriate clothing.

Choose to wear clothing that is suitable and convenient for the examination process, such as for blood tests at the elbow or chest X-rays.

5.Inform the doctor of any health symptoms before the check-up.

Pregnant individuals should inform the doctor or staff before the check-up to avoid tests that may pose a risk to the pregnancy. Those who are menstruating should avoid screening for breast cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, and urine tests.

Insured individuals can participate in the health check-up at all public hospitals and private hospitals participating with the Social Security Office, or receive services through the Ministry of Public Health, which provides proactive health check-ups for insured individuals at their workplaces.

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