Appendectomy: Seoul vs Tokyo
SurgeryTokyo is 25% cheaper, saving $3,696
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Seoul
South Korea
Cost (USD)$15,048
With Insurance$1,505
Wait Time70 days
Healthcare SystemUniversal Healthcare
WHO Ranking#58
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Tokyo
Japan
Cost (USD)$11,352
With Insurance$1,135
Wait Time66 days
Healthcare SystemUniversal Healthcare
WHO Ranking#10
Summary
Appendectomy in Tokyo costs $3,696 less (25% cheaper) than in Seoul. Wait times differ by 4 days.