Medical Care in China for International Patients

Verified hospital profiles, entry requirements, costs, payments, and visit preparation for international patients seeking medical care in China.

China vs. U.S. Medical Prices

Specialty Procedure China (USD) U.S. (USD) Difference
OrthopedicsHip replacement (single side)$4,200–$11,200$30,000–$50,00081% less in China
OrthopedicsKnee replacement (single side)$4,200–$11,200$30,000–$50,00081% less in China
DentalSingle dental implant (incl. crown)$420–$1,900$3,500–$6,50077% less in China
DentalAll-ceramic crown$140–$840$1,000–$2,50072% less in China
EyeSMILE laser correction (both eyes)$2,100–$4,900$4,000–$7,00036% less in China
EyeCataract surgery with IOL (one eye)$840–$2,800$3,500–$7,00065% less in China
FertilityConventional IVF (one cycle)$4,200–$8,400$15,000–$30,00072% less in China
FertilityIVF with PGT (one cycle)$8,400–$14,000$25,000–$35,00063% less in China
CheckupComprehensive health screening package$210–$700$2,500–$6,00089% less in China
CheckupWhole-body PET/CT scan (incl. tracer)$700–$1,120$3,000–$7,00082% less in China

Ranges reflect standard public-hospital channels in China vs. U.S. self-pay prices; international-department pricing in China runs higher. Reference points, not quotes. Fertility treatment in China is available to legally married couples only. FX: 1 USD = 7.15 CNY (Jul 2026). Methodology & sources →
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Logistics content is fact-checked against official sources. Pages marked medically reviewed were individually reviewed by Dr. Wang Lihu, Chief Physician at Guangdong Women and Children Hospital.