Hip replacement: Seoul vs Tokyo

SurgerySeoul is 2% cheaper, saving $320

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Seoul

South Korea

CHEAPER

Cost (USD)$17,600

With Insurance$1,760

Wait Time72 days

Healthcare SystemUniversal Healthcare

WHO Ranking#58

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Tokyo

Japan

Cost (USD)$17,920

With Insurance$1,792

Wait Time68 days

Healthcare SystemUniversal Healthcare

WHO Ranking#10

Summary

Hip replacement in Seoul costs $320 less (2% cheaper) than in Tokyo. Wait times differ by 4 days.

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