Medical Procedure Cost Comparison

Compare average prices for 30+ procedures across 9 destinations. Filter by procedure type or country to find the savings that matter to you.

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How We Source Our Prices

All prices shown are average estimates based on published rates from accredited hospitals and clinics, medical tourism facilitator pricing, and publicly available data from industry reports. US prices reflect national averages from CMS data, hospital chargemasters, and insurance claim databases.

International prices represent typical cash-pay rates at internationally accredited (JCI, GHA, or equivalent) facilities and may include surgeon fees, facility fees, anesthesia, and basic follow-up. They generally do not include airfare, accommodation, or travel expenses unless noted as "all-inclusive."

Actual costs vary significantly based on surgeon experience, facility quality, procedure complexity, patient health, and geographic location within each country. Always request a detailed written quote from your chosen provider before making any decisions.

Prices last reviewed: March 2026

Compare Top Destinations

🇨🇴 Colombia

Save 50–70%
Cosmetic surgery, dental, bariatric, stem cell therapy, gender-affirming care
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🇲🇽 Mexico

Save 40–65%
Dental, bariatric surgery, cosmetic surgery, ophthalmology
View Mexico Guide →

🇹🇷 Turkey

Save 50–75%
Hair transplants, dental veneers, ophthalmology, cosmetic surgery
View Turkey Guide →

🇹🇭 Thailand

Save 50–75%
Gender-affirming surgery, cosmetic surgery, orthopedic, dental
View Thailand Guide →

🇮🇳 India

Save 65–85%
Cardiac, orthopedic, oncology, fertility, ophthalmology
View India Guide →

🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Save 40–65%
Dental, cosmetic surgery, orthopedic, bariatric
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🇰🇷 South Korea

Save 30–60%
Facial surgery, FFS, dermatology, ophthalmology
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🇭🇺 Hungary

Save 50–70%
Dental implants, crowns, veneers, All-on-4
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🇨🇿 Czech Republic

Save 50–65%
IVF, egg donation, fertility treatments
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Frequently Asked Questions

Lower costs are driven by several factors: lower cost of living and labor costs, less administrative overhead (US hospitals spend heavily on billing and insurance compliance), government subsidies to the healthcare sector in some countries, lower malpractice insurance costs, and currency exchange advantages. Importantly, lower prices do not necessarily mean lower quality — many international hospitals hold the same JCI accreditation as top US facilities.
The prices listed are average procedure costs at accredited facilities, typically including surgeon fees, facility fees, anesthesia, and basic post-operative follow-up. They generally do not include airfare, accommodation, meals, or ground transportation. Some countries and clinics offer "all-inclusive packages" that bundle these extras — particularly for bariatric, dental, and cosmetic surgery. Always ask providers for a detailed line-item quote before committing.
Look for hospitals accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI) or Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA). Verify surgeon credentials through each country's medical board — for example, ReTHUS in Colombia, CONACEM in Mexico, or the Medical Council of India. Our Safety & Legal Guide provides country-by-country credential verification resources.
Most standard US health insurance plans do not cover elective procedures performed abroad. However, some self-insured employer plans are beginning to include international options. You can also purchase medical tourism insurance or global health insurance that covers complications and follow-up care. Our Plan Your Trip guide covers insurance options in detail.
This is one of the most important considerations in medical tourism. Before traveling, establish a relationship with a local US physician who is willing to provide follow-up care. Choose an international provider that offers telemedicine follow-up. Consider complication insurance, which covers the cost of revision surgery or emergency treatment. Our Safety & Legal Guide covers complication planning in depth.
Our prices are sourced from published hospital rates, medical tourism industry reports, and publicly available pricing data from accredited facilities. They represent average estimates — actual costs can vary significantly based on the specific clinic, surgeon, procedure complexity, and your individual health needs. We review and update pricing data regularly. See our methodology section above for full details.

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