Cost Transparency

Healthcare Cost Estimator

Compare procedure costs, consultation fees, and medication prices across countries. Transparent pricing to help you make informed healthcare decisions.

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MRI Brain
Diagnostic Imaging

Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain without contrast

US Price Range:$1,000.00 – $3,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$1,200.00
Insured (typical):$500.00
CT Scan - Chest
Diagnostic Imaging

Computed tomography of the thorax with or without contrast

US Price Range:$800.00 – $2,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$950.00
Insured (typical):$400.00
Knee Replacement Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery

Total knee arthroplasty for osteoarthritis or joint damage

US Price Range:$35,000.00 – $55,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$30,000.00
Insured (typical):$15,000.00
Appendectomy
General Surgery

Surgical removal of the appendix

US Price Range:$12,000.00 – $18,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$10,000.00
Insured (typical):$6,000.00
Colonoscopy Screening
Preventive Screening

Colorectal cancer screening procedure

US Price Range:$2,000.00 – $4,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$2,500.00
Insured (typical):$1,000.00
Vaginal Delivery
Obstetrics

Uncomplicated vaginal delivery with standard care

US Price Range:$20,000.00 – $45,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$20,000.00
Insured (typical):$12,000.00
Cesarean Section
Obstetrics

Surgical delivery (cesarean section)

US Price Range:$25,000.00 – $50,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$25,000.00
Insured (typical):$15,000.00
Cataract Extraction
Ophthalmology

Surgical removal of cataract with intraocular lens placement

US Price Range:$8,000.00 – $15,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$7,000.00
Insured (typical):$4,000.00
Dental Implant (Single)
Dentistry

Single tooth dental implant with abutment and crown

US Price Range:$1,500.00 – $2,500.00
Cash Pay (typical):$1,400.00
Insured (typical):$500.00
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
Laboratory Testing

Blood test measuring electrolytes, kidney, liver, and glucose function

US Price Range:$100.00 – $300.00
Cash Pay (typical):$150.00
Insured (typical):$50.00
Hip Replacement Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery

Total hip arthroplasty for arthritis or fracture

US Price Range:$32,000.00 – $50,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$30,000.00
Insured (typical):$14,000.00
Mammography Screening
Preventive Screening

Standard mammogram for breast cancer screening

US Price Range:$100.00 – $400.00
Cash Pay (typical):$200.00
Insured (typical):$80.00
Root Canal Treatment
Dentistry

Endodontic treatment to save an infected tooth

US Price Range:$1,000.00 – $2,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$1,000.00
Insured (typical):$400.00
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
General Surgery

Laparoscopic removal of the gallbladder

US Price Range:$8,000.00 – $15,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$7,000.00
Insured (typical):$4,000.00
Cardiac Catheterization with Angiography
Cardiology

Diagnostic procedure to visualize coronary arteries

US Price Range:$5,000.00 – $15,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$6,000.00
Insured (typical):$3,000.00
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Neurosurgery

Fusion of one or more vertebrae for spinal instability

US Price Range:$25,000.00 – $45,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$25,000.00
Insured (typical):$15,000.00
PSA Test (Prostate Cancer Screening)
Preventive Screening

Blood test for prostate-specific antigen

US Price Range:$50.00 – $150.00
Cash Pay (typical):$80.00
Insured (typical):$30.00
Hernia Repair (Inguinal)
General Surgery

Surgical repair of inguinal hernia

US Price Range:$5,000.00 – $10,000.00
Cash Pay (typical):$5,000.00
Insured (typical):$3,000.00
Thyroid Ultrasound
Diagnostic Imaging

Ultrasound imaging of the thyroid gland

US Price Range:$150.00 – $400.00
Cash Pay (typical):$200.00
Insured (typical):$80.00
Cardiac Stress Test
Cardiology

Exercise or pharmacologic stress test with ECG monitoring

US Price Range:$500.00 – $1,500.00
Cash Pay (typical):$600.00
Insured (typical):$300.00

Consultation Cost Comparison

Consultation TypeIn-PersonTelemedicineNotes
General Practitioner (GP)$100.00$50.00Initial visit for common concerns
Specialist (Cardiologist, Orthopedist, etc.)$200.00$120.00First specialist consultation
Urgent Care Clinic$150.00$80.00Same-day or next-day visit for non-emergency
Emergency Room$1,500.00N/AER visit (no telemedicine option)
Follow-up Visit$60.00$30.00Routine check-up or progress assessment

Common Medication Costs

MedicationUSUKIndiaThailandMexico

Lisinopril (ACE inhibitor for hypertension)

10 mg, 30 tablets/month

$40.00$10.00$3.00$5.00$8.00

Metformin (First-line diabetes treatment)

500 mg, 30 tablets/month

$30.00$8.00$2.00$4.00$6.00

Atorvastatin (Statin for cholesterol)

20 mg, 30 tablets/month

$50.00$12.00$4.00$6.00$10.00

Omeprazole (Proton pump inhibitor)

20 mg, 30 capsules/month

$35.00$10.00$2.50$4.00$7.00

Levothyroxine (Thyroid hormone replacement)

75 mcg, 30 tablets/month

$25.00$6.00$2.00$3.00$5.00

Amlodipine (Calcium channel blocker)

5 mg, 30 tablets/month

$45.00$11.00$3.00$5.00$8.00

Sertraline (SSRI antidepressant)

50 mg, 30 tablets/month

$60.00$13.00$5.00$7.00$12.00

Albuterol (Rescue inhaler for asthma)

100 mcg, 200 metered doses

$50.00$8.00$3.00$4.00$7.00

Ibuprofen (NSAID pain reliever)

400 mg, 100 tablets

$10.00$4.00$1.00$2.00$3.00

Amoxicillin (Antibiotic)

500 mg, 21 capsules

$20.00$6.00$1.50$3.00$4.50

Financial Assistance Programs

Medicare
Government

U.S. federal health insurance for 65+, certain disabilities, and ESRD. Covers hospital, medical, prescription drug, and preventive services.

Medicaid
Government

Joint federal-state health insurance for low-income individuals and families. Coverage and eligibility vary by state.

ACA Health Insurance Marketplace
Government

State and federal exchanges for individual and family health insurance. Subsidies available based on income.

Patient Assistance Programs (PAP)
Pharma

Manufacturer-sponsored programs providing free or reduced-cost medications to uninsured and underinsured patients.

NeedyMeds
Nonprofit

Database of free clinics, dental clinics, prescription assistance, and other health-related aid.

RxAssist
Nonprofit

Tool to find patient assistance programs, charity care, and free/low-cost medication programs.

American Hospital Association Charity Care
Hospital

Directory of hospitals providing financial assistance and charity care for uninsured patients.

Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPA)
Nonprofit

Free program helping uninsured and underinsured patients find medications from pharmaceutical companies.

National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics
Nonprofit

Network of safety-net clinics providing free and low-cost primary care.

Government Patient Assistance Programs
Government

Federal programs including HRSA Ryan White Program for HIV/AIDS patients and other disease-specific aid.

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