{"id":12267,"date":"2024-03-11T08:33:31","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T08:33:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/knee-replacement-surgery-in-costa-rica\/"},"modified":"2024-07-23T10:39:28","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T10:39:28","slug":"knee-replacement-surgery-in-costa-rica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/knee-replacement-surgery-in-costa-rica\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Knee Replacement Surgery in Costa Rica"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Why Costa Rica?<\/a>Cost<\/a>Hospitals<\/a>Surgeons<\/a>Reviews<\/a>FAQs<\/a><\/div>rnrn

Are you considering knee replacement surgery in Costa Rica? But perhaps you are worried about the costs and quality of treatments. We may be able to help.\u00a0This guide covers the treatment costs<\/strong> for Total Knee Replacement (TKR) and Partial Knee Replacement (PKR) surgery. Learn more about the top hospitals in Costa Rica<\/strong>, the best surgeons<\/strong>, and how to get there.<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn

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Total Knee Replacement (TKR) - Animation. Video Courtesy: Dr. Anand Jadhav<\/h5><\/div>rnrn\n

Top 5 Reasons to Choose Costa Rica for Knee Surgery<\/h2>\n rnrnCosta Rica is affordable! Medical treatments are usually about 30 – 70% cheaper<\/strong> than the US and Canadian prices.\n

CNBC<\/p>\n

Why this Texas doctor says Costa Ricau2019s health care system beats the US<\/strong><\/p>\n

'All at 30 percent to 70 percent cheaper than U.S. or Canadian prices.'<\/em><\/p>\n View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \">[1]<\/sup><\/span>rnrnHere are five more reasons why San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica, is so popular with foreign patients:rn<\/p>\n

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  1. u00a0Internationally Recognized Hospitals<\/strong>: JCI<\/abbr>, AAAASF<\/abbr>, AAAHC<\/abbr> accreditations<\/a>.<\/li>\n

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  2. u00a0Easy Accessibility:<\/strong> 4.5 hrs from NYC<\/abbr> & 5 hrs from Toronto \/ Montreal.<\/li>\n

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  3. No Waiting Lists or Delays:<\/strong> Swift diagnosis and treatment plans.<\/li>\n

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  4. <\/span>Safety and Security:<\/strong> Politically stable country\n

    US News<\/p>\n

    Overview of Costa Rica<\/strong><\/p>\n

    'u201cCosta Rica has been one of the most politically and economically stable countries in Central America since its birth in the 19th century.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \">[2]<\/sup><\/span> & best healthcare system.\n

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    What Does Community-Oriented Primary Health Care Look Like? Lessons from Costa Rica<\/strong><\/p>\n

    'u201c Costa Rica offers an example of an efficient health care system centered around a backbone of robust, community-oriented primary health care, characterized by strong and effective use of community health workers to improve access, quality, and equity.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \">[3]<\/sup><\/span><\/li>\n

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  5. Top Ecotourism Destination:<\/strong>\n

    Enchanting Costa Rica<\/p>\n

    Costa Rica Tops the World in Eco-Tourism<\/strong><\/p>\n

    'u201cNearly a third of travelers saying they would choose to travel to a destination because it is considered eco-friendly.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \">[4]<\/sup><\/span> Heal while enjoying the scenic beauty.<\/li>\n

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    Cost of Knee Replacement Surgery in Costa Rica<\/h2>\n rnrnKnee replacement surgery costs in Costa Rica can vary between $15,250<\/strong> and $29,250<\/strong>. But, the US hospitals charge as high as $70,000<\/strong> for a total knee replacement.\n

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    Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Study Reveals Extreme Cost Variations for Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries<\/strong><\/p>\n

    'u201cHowever, it could cost as little as $11,317 in Montgomery, Alabama, and as much as $69,654 in New York, New York.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \">[5]<\/sup><\/span>rnrnFor more clarity, let us look at the cost comparison table below.rn<\/p>\n\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\n
    Knee Replacement Surgery Cost Comparison (USD) u2013 Costa Rica vs. US<\/strong><\/caption>\n

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    Total Knee Replacement (Unilateral)<\/td>\n

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    $20,000 u2013 $30,000<\/td>\n

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    $15,250 u2013 $16,450<\/td>\n

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    Total Knee Replacement (Bilateral)<\/td>\n

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    $40,000 u2013 $70,000<\/td>\n

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    $27,250 u2013 $29,250<\/td>\n

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    Partial Knee Replacement (Unilateral)<\/td>\n

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    $18,995 u2013 $25,000<\/td>\n

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    $12,750 u2013 $13,950<\/td>\n

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    Revision Knee Replacement Surgery<\/td>\n

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    $34,000 u2013 $73,000<\/td>\n

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    Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement Surgery<\/td>\n

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    $18,500 u2013 $20,000<\/td>\n

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    *Unilateral: one Knee; Bilateral: both knees<\/i><\/td>\n

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    **Prices are subject to change. We advise you to fill out <\/i>our online quote<\/i> form for the latest prices.<\/i><\/h5>\n

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