MEDICAL COSTS
Typical ranges for common procedures at Grade A tertiary hospitals — compiled from public sources so you can budget before you inquire.
All figures are indicative ranges for orientation only — not quotes. Actual costs depend on diagnosis, hospital, city and treatment plan. GoCNMed is an independent directory and does not set or collect prices.
| Procedure / service | United States | United Kingdom (private) | China (≈ USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heart bypass surgery (CABG) | $70,000–130,000 | £25,000–40,000 | ¥60,000–120,000 (≈ $9k–17k) | Cardiac surgery departments at national-level hospitals |
| Coronary stent (PCI) | $30,000–60,000 | £15,000–30,000 | ¥30,000–60,000 (≈ $4k–8k) | National procurement cut stent device prices sharply since 2021 |
| Proton / heavy-ion radiotherapy (per course) | $50,000–100,000 | £30,000–60,000 | ¥150,000–278,000 (≈ $21k–39k) | Available at a small number of specialized centers (e.g. Shanghai) |
| IVF cycle (with medication) | $25,000–40,000 | £5,000–8,000 | ¥30,000–50,000 (≈ $4k–7k) | Reproductive medicine centers at tertiary hospitals |
| Knee replacement | $35,000–60,000 | £12,000–20,000 | ¥50,000–90,000 (≈ $7k–13k) | Orthopedics departments; implant brand affects price |
| Dental implant (single, incl. crown) | $3,500–6,000 | £2,000–2,500 | ¥6,000–15,000 (≈ $850–2,100) | Stomatology departments and dental hospitals |
| Comprehensive health checkup | $2,000–5,000 | £500–2,000 | ¥2,000–8,000 (≈ $280–1,100) | International health checkup centers, same-day results common |
| Childbirth (vaginal delivery) | $10,000–30,000 | Free (NHS) / £5,000–8,000 private | ¥15,000–40,000 (≈ $2k–6k) | Obstetrics departments; VIP wards cost more |
| TCM & rehabilitation program (per week) | Limited availability | £200–500 (out-of-pocket) | ¥3,000–10,000 (≈ $420–1,400) | TCM hospitals combine acupuncture, herbs and physiotherapy |
Indicative price ranges, compiled from public sources (2024–2026)
Structural reasons — not a difference in clinical standards at top hospitals.
Hospital bills in China are paid directly by patients or insurers without the multi-layer claims negotiation common in the US.
Staff, facility and nursing costs are structurally lower; the same procedures cost less to deliver.
High patient volumes and national drug/device procurement keep implant and medicine prices down.
What's usually included in a hospital quote: department fees, surgery, standard implants/consumables, hospital stay, and routine tests. Often separate: pre-travel screening, companion accommodation, and complex follow-up.
Browse the hospital directory — each entry lists departments, doctor counts and location. Send an inquiry to get a treatment plan and cost estimate.
