Cost guide
After you’re at the hospital, you may need tests, procedures, or medication. Here’s a rough cost guide so you can plan ahead.
Our two service packages
Same as on the homepage: what’s in the Basic and All-inclusive packages and how they differ, so you can plan together with in-hospital costs.
Basic package
$999 USD
Easier first step
- We book your hospital or specialist for you.
- A dedicated escort for your first visit—consultation, tests, and treatment.
- Airport–hotel and hotel–hospital transfers for your first visit.
- Plus tech support, visa help, local SIM and apps, and 24/7 support (see below).
All-inclusive package
$3,999 USD
Includes everything in the Basic package · Plus all add-ons below
- Escort for every follow-up visit, test, and treatment.
- Remote second opinion by video with a specialist.
- Family program: city walks, tea or calligraphy, shopping, dining.
- Premium transfers in a private vehicle.
- 24/7 personal assistant for booking, questions, payments, translation.
Included in both packages
Tech Support
- · Itinerary Dashboard: View appointments, experts, time, location.
- · Bilingual Medical Records: Cloud sync of reports, one-click export to English.
- · AI Pocket Translator: Real-time voice/text translation.
Entry & Visa Butler
- · Assist with Medical Visa (S1/S2 or M) or Tourist Visa.
- · Flight/Hotel Booking (Rehab accommodation near hospital).
- · Travel Info: Attractions, Food, Transport.
- · Attraction Tickets Booking.
Digital Survival Kit
- · Communication: Prepaid SIM Card / eSIM.
- · App Guide: WeChat, Alipay, Maps, Ride-hailing installation & usage.
- · Payment Escort: Alipay/WeChat International or Payment Service.
24/7 Online Assistant
- · 7x8 Hours Bilingual Online Support (Human+AI): Booking, Consulting, Payment, Translation.
- · Emergencies, Language Help, Urgent Calls.
Deposit and what it covers
Trip deposit — Pay a $199 deposit and your itinerary will appear in My trips. You’ll pay the rest in clear stages—no surprises.
The deposit covers registration and transfer; the rest is settled according to your chosen package.
Medical cost comparison: China vs others (reference)
Based on recent public reports, forums, and studies (2023–2024). For planning only; actual costs vary by hospital and region.
Sources: media reports, iFHP international comparison, MedBridge, etc. Costs vary by region, insurance, and hospital tier.
All amounts below in USD for easier comparison; China and UK figures are approximate equivalents.
| Service | China (ref.) | USA | UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultation / registration | $7–28 / visit | $100–300 | $10–65 |
| Routine labs (blood, urine, etc.) | $14–70 | $25–125 | $25–100 |
| CT / MRI (per area) | $42–280 / area | $400–7,000 | $400–990 |
| Outpatient procedure / minor surgery | $7–70 | $100–500 | Varies |
| Major surgery (e.g. knee replacement) | $4,200–14,000+ | $19,000–68,000+ | $12,700–19,000 (private) |
| Common medication | Often lower than West | Higher | Moderate |
Possible costs at the hospital (reference)
Exams and reference costs
Typical cost ranges for common exams at top-tier Chinese hospitals (USD reference). Actual costs depend on the hospital.
- Routine labs (blood, urine, biochemistry)About $14–70
- Imaging (CT, MRI per area)About $42–280 per area
- Ultrasound, ECG, etc.About $11–70
- Pathology, endoscopy, and other specialized testsVaries by test; see hospital quote
Treatments and reference costs
Outpatient treatment, surgery, and rehab costs vary widely by department and plan. Below in USD, rough reference only.
- Outpatient treatment / proceduresAbout $7–70 per visit
- Surgery and anesthesia (by type and hospital tier)About $1,000–15,000+
- Rehabilitation, physiotherapy, etc.Varies by program and course
Medication and reference costs
Medication costs depend on prescription; many common drugs are typically lower cost in China than in the West. See hospital pharmacy or prescription.
Included in our service
- Registration fee (hospital / specialist booking)
- Airport and hospital transfer
Not included (charged by hospital or paid by you)
- Hotel accommodation
- Examination fees (labs, imaging, etc.)
- Treatment and medication