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Costa Rica Surgery Savings
Costa Rica also offers mountains, rivers and magnificent jungle with
an abundance of wildlife making it one of Central America's eco-tourist
hot spots.
| Procedure |
US Cost |
Costa Rica |
Savings |
| Angioplasty |
$57,000 |
$9,500 |
83% |
| Hip Replacement |
$43,000 |
$12,500 |
71% |
| Hysterectomy |
$20,000 |
$5,200 |
74% |
| Knee Replacement |
$40,000 |
$11,725 |
71% |
| Heart Valve Replacement |
$160,000 |
$20,000 |
88% |
| Dentistry |
US Cost |
Costa Rica |
Savings |
| Implants |
$2,400 |
$1,600 |
34% |
| Crowns |
$900 |
$400 |
56% |
| Porcelain Veneers |
$800 |
$160 |
80% |
| Dentures (Upper and Lower) |
$1,700 |
$1,100 |
36% |
These are estimates only and do not include travel and lodging
costs
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