Health checkup · 2026
Premium health checkup
in China,
in 1–3 days.
A full-body executive physical that takes Western patients 4–8 weeks of fragmented appointments — done at a Class A hospital in 48 hours, with PET-CT, MRI, endoscopy and a written English report. From $600.
1–3 days
Total checkup time
Versus 4–8 weeks in Western fragmented systems
Industry data
$600–$2,500
Premium physical cost
Vs $4,000–$15,000 at US executive medicine
Industry data
400+
PET-CT scanners
Including digital PET-CT and PET-MRI nationwide
Industry 2024
3T MRI
Standard at Class A
Plus low-dose CT, AI diagnostics, full-genome NGS
NHC, 2024
JCI
Top centres accredited
Plus NHC Class A 三级甲等 designation
JCI / NHC
EN
English reports
International-standard reference ranges, bilingual
Internal data
Tiers
Four tiers, by depth and time.
Basic Executive Physical
Full lab panel, ECG, ultrasound (abdominal + thyroid + cardiac), low-dose chest CT, body composition, specialist consultation. Suitable as annual baseline.
$600–1,000
Standard Premium
Adds: brain MRI, vascular ultrasound, expanded tumour markers, ophthalmology, dental, advanced cardiac stress test. Most popular for first-time international patients.
$1,200–2,000
Full Premium with Endoscopy
Adds: upper and lower endoscopy (gastroscopy + colonoscopy under sedation), PET-CT, hereditary cancer NGS panel, comprehensive nutritional consult.
$2,500–4,500
Ultra-Premium Longevity
Adds: whole-body MRI, coronary CT angiography, full-genome sequencing, microbiome analysis, AI-assisted retinal screening, AI lung nodule analysis, longevity panel.
$5,500–9,000
Programs
Six top hospital programs
open to international patients.
PUMC International Medical Department 协和医院国际部
China's #1 hospital · multi-specialty integration · highest English fluency
Beijing United Family Hospital 和睦家
JCI-accredited · Western-style facility · familiar workflow for foreign patients
Ruijin Hospital VIP / International 瑞金医院国际部
Comprehensive · strong oncology screening · advanced imaging
Zhongshan Hospital International 中山医院国际部
Cardiology screening · liver disease · gastroenterology
Shanghai United Family Hospital 上海和睦家
JCI-accredited · expat-focused · integrated PET-CT and screening
Shenzhen United Family / Hong Kong UMP 港医联合
Cantonese & English · accessible from Hong Kong · same-day reports
Cost & speed comparison
China vs the West,
real numbers.
Sources: Mayo / Cleveland Clinic / Princeton Longevity published pricing 2024; partner hospital itemized quotes; Bupa / Nuffield Health UK pricing 2024.
FAQ
Health checkup in China — answered.
- Why come to China for a health checkup?
- Three reasons: (1) speed — top Chinese hospitals complete a comprehensive head-to-toe physical including labs, imaging, ECG, ultrasound and specialist consultations in 1–3 days, versus 4–8 weeks of fragmented appointments in most Western systems; (2) cost — a premium executive physical runs $600–$2,500 in China vs $4,000–$15,000 at top US executive medicine programs; (3) technology — Class A hospitals operate the latest 3T MRI, low-dose CT, PET-CT, AI-assisted diagnostic platforms and full-genome sequencing in-house.
- What does a Chinese executive physical include?
- A typical premium package: full lab panel (50–100 markers), 12-lead ECG and exercise stress test, abdominal/thyroid/cardiac/vascular ultrasound, low-dose chest CT, brain MRI (premium tiers), upper and lower endoscopy (gastroscopy + colonoscopy with sedation, premium tiers), ophthalmologic exam, dental check, body composition analysis, and a written report with specialist consultations across cardiology, endocrinology and oncology screening.
- How long does it take?
- Standard executive physical: 1–2 days. Premium tier with endoscopy + advanced imaging: 2–3 days. Genetic and AI-imaging analysis adds 5–10 business days for the final report. Most patients combine the checkup with a 5–7 day stay in Beijing or Shanghai including sightseeing — total trip 7–10 days.
- How much does it cost?
- Indicative all-in pricing: basic executive physical $600–$1,000; standard premium $1,200–$2,000; full premium with PET-CT and endoscopy $2,500–$4,500; ultra-premium with whole-body MRI and full-genome sequencing $5,500–$9,000. The same packages run 3–10× higher at US executive medicine programs (Mayo Executive Health, Cleveland Clinic Executive Health, Princeton Longevity).
- Are Chinese health checkup hospitals safe and accredited?
- Yes — premium health checkups in China are delivered through dedicated International Medical Departments at NHC Class A 三级甲等 hospitals (PUMC, Ruijin, Zhongshan, Shanghai United Family) and JCI-accredited international hospitals (Beijing United Family, Shanghai East International). All offer English-speaking coordinators, and reports can be issued in English with international-standard reference ranges.
- Can I get PET-CT cancer screening?
- Yes — China has 400+ PET-CT scanners installed nationwide, including the latest digital PET-CT and PET-MRI systems at top centres. A standalone PET-CT screening costs $1,200–$2,500 in China vs $5,000–$10,000 in the US. Indications include cancer screening (high-risk patients), oncology staging, and unexplained inflammation. Includes radiologist report and oncology consultation.
- What about genetic and AI-assisted screening?
- Top centres offer NGS-based hereditary cancer panels (BRCA1/2, Lynch syndrome, etc.) for $400–$1,200, full-genome sequencing for $1,500–$3,000, and AI-assisted retinal analysis (cardiovascular and diabetes risk) and chest CT analysis (lung nodule classification) bundled into premium tiers. China is a global leader in clinical AI deployment with NMPA-approved diagnostic AI systems.
- Can I include traditional Chinese medicine constitutional analysis?
- Yes. Several integrative health centres (e.g. PUMC International, Beijing Hospital VIP) offer constitutional pattern (体质辨识) assessment alongside Western diagnostics — useful for personalised lifestyle and supplement guidance. Add $100–$300 to a premium package.
Explore the cluster
Executive Physical
What's in a Chinese executive physical, by tier and itemized component.
Read on the physicalPET-CT Cancer Screening
Indications, FDG protocol, cost, radiation dose, and who actually benefits.
Read on PET-CTGenetic Screening
Hereditary cancer panels, full-genome sequencing, and how to interpret results.
Read on geneticsCancer Treatment
If screening identifies cancer, this is where treatment begins.
Read on treatmentMedical Tourism
How a checkup fits into a broader medical-tourism trip to China.
Read the guideM-Visa Guide
China medical visa for international patients including health-checkup travellers.
Visa guideA 1-day premium physical,
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Tell us your tier preference and travel dates. We’ll match you with PUMC International, Ruijin VIP, or another top program — and email an itemized quote within 48 hours.