Cost data · 2025–2026
What does medical tourism
actually cost?
Real procedure prices across six destinations, compiled from Patients Beyond Borders 2024, the Medical Tourism Association, and partner hospital quotes. Itemized, source-cited, and updated quarterly.
Procedure cost comparison
Country by country, in US dollars.
USA
China
India
Thailand
Turkey
Mexico
Hip replacement
$40,000–$65,000
$5,500–$9,000
$7,000–$12,000
$11,000–$14,000
$10,000–$13,000
$13,000–$18,000
Knee replacement
$35,000–$55,000
$6,000–$10,000
$6,500–$11,000
$10,000–$13,000
$9,000–$12,000
$12,000–$17,000
Spinal fusion
$80,000–$150,000
$12,000–$20,000
$10,000–$16,000
$18,000–$28,000
$16,000–$22,000
$20,000–$28,000
Coronary bypass (CABG)
$70,000–$200,000
$8,000–$18,000
$7,000–$10,000
$15,000–$25,000
$13,000–$18,000
$25,000–$35,000
Heart valve replacement
$80,000–$200,000
$15,000–$30,000
$9,000–$15,000
$20,000–$30,000
$17,000–$25,000
$28,000–$40,000
Coronary angioplasty + stent
$28,000–$55,000
$3,500–$7,000
$3,500–$6,500
$8,000–$13,000
$5,000–$9,000
$10,000–$16,000
Stem cell therapy (autologous MSC)
$30,000–$80,000
$8,400–$24,000
$10,000–$18,000
$15,000–$25,000
$8,000–$15,000
$10,000–$20,000
Bariatric (gastric sleeve)
$15,000–$25,000
$8,000–$12,000
$5,500–$8,500
$10,000–$14,000
$3,500–$5,500
$4,500–$7,500
IVF cycle
$15,000–$25,000
$4,000–$7,000
$3,000–$5,000
$7,000–$10,000
$2,500–$5,000
$5,000–$8,000
Dental implant (per tooth)
$3,000–$6,000
$800–$1,800
$500–$1,200
$1,500–$2,500
$400–$900
$700–$1,500
All-on-4 (full arch)
$24,000–$50,000
$8,000–$14,000
$5,500–$9,000
$11,000–$15,000
$3,500–$7,500
$8,000–$13,000
LASIK (both eyes)
$4,000–$6,000
$1,500–$2,800
$800–$1,800
$1,800–$3,500
$1,000–$2,200
$1,500–$2,800
Hair transplant (3,000 grafts)
$10,000–$18,000
$3,500–$6,500
$2,000–$4,000
$3,500–$5,500
$1,800–$4,000
$3,000–$5,000
Rhinoplasty
$10,000–$20,000
$3,000–$6,500
$2,500–$4,500
$3,500–$6,500
$2,500–$5,500
$4,500–$7,500
Breast augmentation
$8,000–$15,000
$3,500–$7,000
$3,000–$5,500
$4,500–$7,500
$3,500–$5,500
$4,000–$6,500
Sources: Patients Beyond Borders 2024 Cost Comparison Index; Medical Tourism Association 2024 Industry Report; NHC China VBP data; partner hospital itemized quotes 2024–2025. All figures are total procedure cost excluding international airfare. Individual cases vary.
FAQ
Cost questions, answered.
- How much can you save with medical tourism?
- Across orthopedic, cardiac and dental procedures, savings of 50–80% versus US list prices are typical at JCI-accredited or top national-tier hospitals. Including international airfare and accommodation, all-in trip costs commonly remain 40–70% below comparable US care.
- What is the cheapest country for medical tourism?
- Per-procedure pricing is generally lowest in India, Turkey and Mexico for cosmetic, dental and general surgery; lowest in China for orthopedic and regenerative medicine after VBP-driven device cost compression. The 'cheapest' destination depends on procedure category, language requirements, and visa accessibility.
- Are the listed prices final?
- Indicative ranges reflect 2024–2025 published industry data and partner hospital quotes. Final cost depends on patient complexity (BMI, comorbidities, prior surgeries), implant choice (e.g. titanium vs ceramic), length of stay, and post-op rehabilitation needs. Always request an itemized written quote before booking.
- Does the cost include flights?
- No. Listed procedure costs cover the operation, hospital stay, anaesthesia, standard implants and routine post-op care, but not international airfare or hotel accommodation outside the hospital. Panda Touring Care's coordination fee includes flight booking assistance, ground transfers, interpreter, and 12-month follow-up.
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