Cost & Financial Planning

US vs. Mexico vs. Thailand: Orthopedic Price Comparison Table

Orthopedic surgeon consulting patient with hospital backdrop and subtle US Mexico Thailand flags, X-ray and suitcase visible

This guide compares typical costs and value for hip, knee, and spine surgery in the United States, Mexico, and Thailand. It introduces price ranges, quality indicators, travel and recovery implications, and decision factors for Americans considering orthopedic care abroad. Read…

  • 21 mins

Does Medicare Cover Surgery Abroad? The Hard Truth

Older patient reviewing hip X‑ray with an orthopedic surgeon at a hospital desk alongside a U.S. Medicare card, passport and plane ticket, with an international hospital facade visible in the background

If you’re considering hip, knee, or spine surgery abroad, understanding Medicare coverage is critical. This article explains Medicare’s general rule against overseas coverage, the limited exceptions, how Medicare Advantage and Medigap may differ, and practical planning steps for orthopedic tourists—hospital…

  • 20 mins

Knee Replacement Cost in Mexico vs. USA: 2025 Price Breakdown

Split photo of a patient at a Mexican private hospital and a U.S. orthopedic center with a cost estimate and passport in foreground illustrating knee replacement medical tourism

This article compares 2025 knee replacement costs in Mexico versus the USA, breaking down prices, quality, safety, travel logistics, and recovery planning for orthopedic tourists. We’ll analyze itemized fees, hospital accreditation, implant options, and insurance implications to help patients decide…

  • 28 mins