Health Care In Thailand

They commonly point out that their procedure averaged 20% to 80% less than it would have cost in Northern America or Europe and the quality of care that they received was far superior.

Whether you are in need of a routine check-up, a complicated dental implant or just want to brighten your smile, the dental clinics here also offer high-quality care at very low prices.

It seems like there are dental clinics on practically every block of major cities, and you will find at least one in every small town. 

Patong Beach Dental, for example, charges just 300 baht for x-rays and 12,000 baht for ceramic crowns. Prices are even lower at the dental clinic in Phuket International Hospital. Many foreigners go to Phuket for dental care, combining the need for dental treatment with a vacation that pays for itself in savings.

Medical costs are extremely reasonable in Thailand and many people choose not to obtain medical insurance at all. However, with the cost of insurance so reasonable, it makes sense to have coverage.

Most medications available in the west are sold in Thailand, and prescriptions are generally not required other than for narcotics.

Pharmaceutical prices tend to be a fraction of what they would be in the United States for the exact same drug. And, if you need to take a specific medication that cannot be substituted, you may want to check first to make sure that drug is available locally.

There are two hospitals of international standard in Phuket—Bangkok Phuket Hospital and Phuket International Hospital.

Expats rave about the quality of care provided at Bangkok Phuket Hospital, and are quick to point out that Bangkok Phuket Hospital shares many of its doctors with Phuket International Hospital—the quality of care at both hospitals is superb.

These two hospitals treat tens of thousands of foreigners and locals every year. English speakers should have no difficulty communicating with the staff at either of these foreigner-friendly hospitals.