Ministry Seeks Partners for Disability Health Check-up Support

The Ministry of Health and Welfare has announced a public tender for its 2026 “Disability Health Check-up Institution Operation Support Project.” This initiative aims to select and support medical facilities nationwide that are equipped to provide specialized health check-up services tailored for persons with disabilities. Applications are open for one month, from March 31 to April 30, 2026.

Project Overview

This project reflects the Korean government’s ongoing commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility and ensuring comprehensive health management for its disabled population, a vulnerable group often facing barriers to standard medical services. In Korea, designated health check-up institutions play a crucial role in delivering medical services that accommodate specific needs, such as ensuring physical accessibility, utilizing specialized equipment, and providing staff training. By expanding the network of such facilities, the Ministry seeks to improve both the quality and availability of preventive health services across the country.

Eligibility and Application Details

Qualified applicants include medical institutions, hospitals, or specialized centers that are currently involved in or capable of providing comprehensive health check-ups and medical services for persons with disabilities. These institutions are expected to meet specific criteria for accessibility and care standards set by the Ministry of Health and Welfare. Successful applicants will receive operational support to run these specialized health check-up programs for the disabled.

Interested organizations must submit their applications within the specified timeframe. Detailed application guidelines, required documentation, and submission procedures are provided in the official attachments to the announcement. These essential documents, which typically include application forms and project proposal templates, can be downloaded directly from the Ministry of Health and Welfare’s official website. For further inquiries, applicants are advised to contact the Ministry’s Disabled Health Division.

Source: 보건복지부 — Original Article (Korean)