Indonesian · B1 (Intermediate)
Medical in Indonesian: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Indonesian words for medical are BPJS Kesehatan (National Health Insurance (Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial Kesehatan)), dokter umum (GP / general practitioner) and meresepkan (to prescribe). The full Indonesian medical phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Indonesian vocabulary for medical, with example sentences and English translations. This is B1 (Intermediate) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Indonesian to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key medical vocabulary
| Indonesian | English |
|---|---|
| BPJS Kesehatan | National Health Insurance (Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial Kesehatan) |
| dokter umum | GP / general practitioner |
| meresepkan | to prescribe |
| resep | prescription |
| rujukan | referral |
| dokter spesialis | specialist |
| kartu BPJS | BPJS health card |
| UGD / IGD | A&E / emergency room |
| alergi | allergic |
| puskesmas | community health centre |
Example sentences
Saya terdaftar di BPJS Kesehatan.
I am registered with BPJS Kesehatan.
Saya ke puskesmas untuk konsultasi.
I go to the puskesmas for consultation.
Dokter memberikan resep kepada saya.
The doctor gave me a prescription.
Saya perlu rujukan ke dokter spesialis.
I need a referral to the specialist.
Jangan lupa bawa kartu BPJS.
Don't forget to bring your BPJS card.
Saya alergi penisilin.
I am allergic to penicillin.
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