For patients accustomed to Western healthcare systems — whether the high costs of the United States, the long waits of Canada and the UK, or the opaque pricing of private medicine — the idea of traveling to China for treatment may seem daunting. How do you find the right hospital? How do you know the real cost? What happens if something goes wrong? myMedVia was built to answer these questions. We make Chinese healthcare accessible, affordable, and — most importantly — transparent.
The myMedVia Model: Two Service Paths
myMedVia offers two service tiers designed to meet different patient needs, both built on a foundation of full price transparency.
Fast-track Access — From $300
For patients who need help navigating China’s healthcare system but are comfortable managing their own travel and logistics.
| Service Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Hospital matching | Based on condition, budget, and location preference |
| Appointment booking | Within 1–2 weeks of initial contact |
| Medical record translation | English → Chinese (or Arabic, Russian, French) |
| Price quotation | Written, itemized quote before any payment |
| Coordination with hospital | Pre-admission paperwork and scheduling |
| Price | $300 |
Full Concierge — From $1,000
For patients who want end-to-end support — from the first consultation through recovery and follow-up.
| Service Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Everything in Fast-track Access | ✓ |
| Dedicated patient coordinator | English/Arabic/Russian/French speaking |
| Airport pickup and transfer | Private car, English-speaking driver |
| Accommodation booking | 5-star hotel near hospital |
| In-person hospital accompaniment | Coordinator attends all appointments |
| Medical interpreter | For all doctor consultations |
| Follow-up coordination | Post-treatment check-ins and remote consultations |
| Emergency support | 24/7 hotline during treatment period |
| Price | From $1,000 |
Full Price Transparency: How It Works
Unlike Western healthcare systems where patients often receive surprise bills weeks after treatment, myMedVia operates on a principle of complete upfront transparency.
The myMedVia Price Guarantee
Written quotation before travel: Every patient receives a detailed, itemized cost estimate before booking any flights or making any payments
All-inclusive pricing: The quoted price includes hospital fees, doctor fees, medication, nursing, accommodation (if inpatient), and follow-up consultations
No surprise bills: If the hospital charges more than the quoted amount, myMedVia covers the difference
No hidden fees: Our service fee is clearly stated upfront — $300 for Fast-track Access, from $1,000 for Full Concierge
Refund policy: If treatment cannot proceed as planned, service fees are refunded minus reasonable administrative costs
Sample Hospital Price Lists (International Departments)
Chinese international hospitals publish transparent price lists — a stark contrast to the opaque billing practices common in many Western healthcare systems.
Beijing United Family Hospital — Sample Prices
| Service | Price (RMB) | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial specialist consultation | ¥800–¥1,500 | $110–$210 |
| MRI (single joint, with contrast) | ¥3,000–¥5,000 | $420–$700 |
| CT scan (single region) | ¥1,500–¥3,000 | $210–$420 |
| Hip replacement (total, all-inclusive) | ¥85,000–¥140,000 | $12,000–$20,000 |
| Knee replacement (total, all-inclusive) | ¥85,000–¥155,000 | $12,000–$22,000 |
| Cardiac bypass (CABG, all-inclusive) | ¥130,000–¥210,000 | $18,000–$30,000 |
| Health checkup (comprehensive) | ¥3,500–¥10,000 | $500–$1,400 |
| PET-CT scan | ¥4,500–¥8,500 | $630–$1,200 |
(Source: Beijing United Family Hospital International Department, published price list 2024)
Shanghai East International Medical Center — Sample Prices
| Service | Price (RMB) | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial specialist consultation | ¥600–¥1,200 | $85–$170 |
| Spinal fusion (single level, all-inclusive) | ¥105,000–¥175,000 | $15,000–$25,000 |
| Chemotherapy (per cycle, standard drugs) | ¥8,000–¥20,000 | $1,100–$2,800 |
| Radiation therapy (IMRT, full course) | ¥40,000–¥85,000 | $5,600–$12,000 |
| IVF cycle (standard) | ¥35,000–¥70,000 | $5,000–$10,000 |
| Full body MRI screening | ¥6,000–¥10,000 | $850–$1,400 |
(Source: Shanghai East International Medical Center, published price list 2024)
Total Cost Comparison: myMedVia + China vs Western Alternatives
Exchange rates based on 2024 average exchange rates.
Scenario 1: UK Patient — Hip Replacement
| Cost Category | NHS (Wait 38+ weeks) | UK Private | myMedVia + China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgery | £0 | £12,000–£18,000 | £9,500–£15,800 ($12k–$20k) |
| myMedVia service fee | £0 | £0 | £240 ($300) |
| Pain management during wait | £3,000–£6,000 | £0 | £0 |
| Lost wages (38 wks at £40k/yr) | £29,200 | £0 | £0 |
| Round-trip flight | £0 | £0 | £950 |
| Accommodation (2 weeks) | £0 | £0 | £800 |
| Total | £32,200+ | £12,000–£18,000 | £11,490–£17,790 |
The myMedVia + China option costs less than UK private care — and the patient receives treatment within 2 weeks instead of 9+ months.
Scenario 2: US Patient — Knee Replacement
| Cost Category | US (Insurance) | US (Self-pay) | myMedVia + China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgery | $25,000–$50,000 (billed) | $30,000–$60,000 | $12,000–$22,000 |
| Patient out-of-pocket | $5,000–$12,000 | $30,000–$60,000 | $12,000–$22,000 |
| myMedVia service fee | $0 | $0 | $300–$1,000 |
| Round-trip flight | $0 | $0 | $1,200 |
| Accommodation (2 weeks) | $0 | $0 | $1,000 |
| Patient total | $5,000–$12,000 | $30,000–$60,000 | $14,500–$25,200 |
For insured US patients, the myMedVia option may cost slightly more than their out-of-pocket maximum — but they receive treatment immediately, with no insurance approvals, no network restrictions, and no surprise bills. For uninsured or underinsured patients, the savings are dramatic.
Scenario 3: Canadian Patient — Cancer Treatment (Lung Cancer, Stage II)
| Cost Category | Canada (Public, wait 8–12 wks) | Canada (Private, US) | myMedVia + China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgery + chemo | $0 (public) | $80,000–$150,000 | $25,000–$40,000 |
| myMedVia service fee | $0 | $0 | $1,000 (concierge) |
| Risk of progression during wait | 10–15% | 0% | 0% |
| Lost wages (10 wks) | $9,600 | $0 | $0 |
| Travel + accommodation | $0 | $5,000–$10,000 | $2,200 |
| Patient total | $9,600 + progression risk | $85,000–$160,000 | $28,200–$43,200 |
Transparency: The Key Difference
Western healthcare is notorious for opaque pricing. A 2022 study in JAMA found that only 16% of US hospitals provide complete price transparency as required by federal law (JAMA 2022 study on hospital price transparency). In the UK, private healthcare quotes often exclude surgeon fees, anesthesia, and post-operative care. In Canada, private clinics rarely publish prices online.
Chinese international hospitals, by contrast, operate with remarkable transparency:
Published price lists available online or on request
All-inclusive surgical packages that cover everything from the surgeon’s fee to hospital stay to medication
No balance billing — the quoted price is the final price
Written contracts specifying exactly what is and isn’t covered
myMedVia adds an additional layer of transparency by:
Providing written quotations before any payment
Verifying hospital prices against our database
Negotiating package rates with partner hospitals
Guaranteeing no surprise charges
Quality Assurance
Transparency means nothing without quality. myMedVia partners exclusively with:
JCI-accredited international hospitals or equivalent
Hospitals with English-speaking medical staff
Physicians with Western training or fellowships
Facilities with modern medical technology (Da Vinci robots, 3T MRI, PET-CT, proton therapy)
All partner hospitals are vetted through:
Credential verification of medical staff
Patient outcome data review
Patient satisfaction surveys
Regular quality audits
The myMedVia Promise
| What We Promise | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Transparent pricing | You see the full cost before you pay anything |
| No hidden fees | Our service fee is clearly stated — $300 or from $1,000 |
| Fast access | Treatment within 1–2 weeks of initial contact |
| Quality guaranteed | JCI-accredited or equivalent hospitals only |
| Full support | From first inquiry through recovery |
| No surprises | The quoted price is the final price |
The Verdict
Chinese healthcare offers world-class treatment at 30–60% of Western prices. myMedVia makes it accessible by providing the transparency, coordination, and support that international patients need. Whether you choose Fast-track Access at $300 or Full Concierge from $1,000, you get the same commitment: clear pricing, fast access, and quality care.
Stop waiting. Stop guessing. Start your journey with myMedVia today.