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Knee Replacement: India vs Thailand
For knee replacement, India is 50% cheaper than Thailand on average — but cost is one factor of many. Below: surgeon credentials, hospital count, recovery time, and visa difficulty side-by-side.
JCI-Accredited Hospitals
2,000+ Patients Served
4.9/5 Patient Rating
13+ Partner Hospitals
India
Lower cost$4,500
– $8,000 package estimate
3 JCI-accredited hospitals for knee replacement:
- Artemis Hospital (Gurugram)
- Max Healthcare (Delhi NCR)
- Medanta - The Medicity (Gurugram)
Thailand
$9,000
– $11,000 package estimate
1 JCI-accredited hospital for knee replacement:
- Samitivej Hospital (Bangkok)
Side-by-side comparison
| Criterion | India | Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Cost (USD) | $4,500 – $8,000 | $9,000 – $11,000 |
| JCI hospitals available | 3 | 1 |
| Primary clinical language | English | English (Thai) |
| Medical visa | Med-Visa, 5–7 days | Visa-on-arrival |
About Knee Replacement
Total and partial knee replacement procedures to treat arthritis and severe joint damage.