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Over
500,000 Americans travel outside the country each year
to receive medical treatment*, at prices that are sometimes
80% less than those charged here in the U.S. If
you need treatment for something that is excluded on
your policy, if you have a high deductible, or if you
need dental treatment or cosmetic surgery not covered
by your health insurance, travelling to a hospital outside
the country may save you thousands of dollars.
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Comparative
Costs of Major Surgeries
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Procedure
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U.S.
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India
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Thailand
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Singapore
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Malaysia
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Angioplasty
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$57,000
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$11,200
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$13,000
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$13,000
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$11,200
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Hip
Replacement
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$43,000
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$9,000
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$12,000
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$12,000
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$10,000
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Hysterectomy
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$20,000
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$3,000
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$4,500
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$6,000
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$3,000
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Knee
Replacement
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$40,000
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$8,500
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$10,000
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$13,000
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$8,000
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Spinal
Fusion
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$62,000
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$5,600
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$7,000
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$9,000
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$6,000
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The above costs do not include air fare and lodging costs. Source:
“*Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody’s Guide to Affordable, World-Class
Medical Tourism.” (Published in 2008) The
cost of qualified medical treatment, including necessary travel expenses, can
be paid for tax-free from your HSA. So while you’re recovering, you
may want to check out the beaches or other tourist sites in the area. We
recommend that you carefully plan any treatment, and go through an experienced
consultant who can advise you on which doctors and hospitals have the highest
reputations for your particular needs. eFLHealthInsurance
Additional Benefit: Medical Tourism Access You
have complete freedom to explore, customize, and experience healthcare options
from around the world that fit your personal needs, finances, and desires.
You can explore your options by choosing treatment and destination from the PlacidWay’s
Affordable Healthcare Search Tool below, and requesting information from the healthcare
provider of your choice.
You
may also fill out the form below to receive a customized quote from PlanetHospital,
based upon your specific medical needs. eFLHealthInsurance
clients and visitors who inquire through this form will have their consultation
fee waived, and will receive an additional 10% discount on the concierge fee
through PlanetHospital, the nation’s leader in medical tourism.
PlanetHospital will consult with you on the treatment you need, recommend appropriate
facilities, and make all travel and treatment arrangements. Just
fill out the form below, and a representative from PlanetHospital will
contact you to discuss your needs, and provide more information so you can decide
if this is a good option for you. 
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