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Medical Tourism

Medical tourism has been around for quite a while, but it’s becoming more widely accepted as an option for patients seeking quality care for an affordable price.  For example, procedures such as a hip or knee replacement routinely cost $45-$50,000 in the United States, but can be performed in Mexico or Costa Rica for $10-$15,000.  Medical tourism is even being added as a benefit to some insurance plans to further reduce your out-of-pocket cost.

While the costs will vary according to which country and which procedure, and the condition of the patient, savings can be up to 90%.

Here is a recent CNN report on the increased availability and acceptance of medical tourism:

Patients can be assured about the quality of care by practicing due diligence, often with the help of a trained and certified Medical Tourism Facilitator.  Many doctors who serve in the medical tourism industry are trained and board certified in the United States.

Trish Freeman Insurance Services provides an insurance policy which covers the complications of medical tourism – please contact us for specifics and we can help you assess whether medical tourism is a good option for you.