Three Quick Questions and Answers about Medical Travel

How safe is healthcare abroad? - One of the most common questions about medical travel is whether it is safe to receive healthcare abroad. Those unfamiliar with foreign-based healthcare may perceive it to be less safe than American care. However, healthcare abroad is in fact much safer in some instances. Hospitals accredited by U.S. organizations, such as the Joint Commission, hold safety and care standards that are the same or higher than hospitals in the U.S.

What is the cost of overseas care vs. U.S. care? - The cost of traveling overseas for medical treatment is significantly less for most procedures costing more than $6,000 in the United States. The exact amount of savings depends on the type of procedure, travel expenses, and the country in which the surgery is taking place.

Which procedures are available abroad? - The availability of different medical treatments abroad has drastically increased in the last few years. Almost every procedure that is available in the U.S. is now available outside the U.S. as well. This includes major joint replacement, heart surgeries, cancer care, and a variety of others. In addition, doctors that perform the procedures receive training and accreditation within the U.S.

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