Medical Procedure charges in India and United Kingdom (UK)
There is considerable difference in cost of Medical treatment between UK and India. Also the waiting times for any major medical treatment, which exist in U.K. for patients and range from 3 months to over months acts as a big motivation for people to choose India as their preferred destination for medical tourism.
Due to the outburst of the private sector, which comprises of hospitals and clinics with the latest technology and best practitioners, the availability of medical treatment is much higher in India. There is almost no waiting time for most of the treatments.
|
Nature of Treatment |
Approximate Cost in India ($) * |
Cost in other Major health care Destination ($) * |
Approximate Waiting Periods in USA / UK |
|
Open heart surgery |
4,550 |
> 18,250 |
10 - 12 |
|
Cranio-facial Surgery and skull base |
4,400 |
> 13,300 |
7 - 9 |
|
Neuro-surgery with Hypothermia |
6,550 |
> 21,200 |
13 - 14 |
|
Complex spine surgery with implants |
4,350 |
> 13,250 |
10 - 12 |
|
Simple Spine surgery |
2,150 |
> 6,550 |
10 - 12 |
|
Simple Brain Tumor |
1,100 |
> 4,350 |
7 - 9 |
|
Parkinsons |
2,150 |
> 6,600 |
10 - 12 |
|
Hip Replacement |
4,100 |
> 13,200 |
10 - 12 |
Cost Comparison for Medical Treatment
To aid you in your recovery in the post operative phase India offers you a rich, varied and diverse culture. Beaches or Mountains are no more than 2 hours flying time from any point in India.
* These costs are an average and may not be the actual cost to be incurred. To receive an approximate idea of cost and other information regarding treatments and holidays, please contact us.
