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As per the KFF Employer Health Benefit Survey 2023, there are 6 countries that extend affordable elective, bariatric and dental procedures as well as major surgeries.
Here are the countries from mildly affordable to most affordable.
Colombia offers affordable medical procedures compared to most countries. The country also provides a decent cost of living and recovery.
Turkey is widely known for affordable cosmetic and dental procedures like veneers, nose jobs, etc.
Costa Rica ranks 4th in the affordable major medical procedures like dental transplants and heart bypass surgery.
Thailand boasts luxurious yet affordable hospitals for major surgeries especially in Bangkok and Chiang.
Mexico specialises in cheaper dental work, cosmetic surgeries, and bariatric care, which is more affordable than in the US.
India boasts most affordable medical procedures. A heart bypass that may cost around $ 70,000 costs around $ 7,000-$11,000 depending on the hospital you choose.