Medical travel from United States
US healthcare produces excellent outcomes but at a high cost. Uninsured and underinsured patients can face very large bills for major surgery. Medical travel from the USA lets you access the same calibre of treatment — with JCI-accredited hospitals and English-speaking international teams — often at a fraction of the domestic price.
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Where patients from United States can be treated
9 destination countries with hospitals listed on Medcasts. Compare prices, hospitals and visa rules.
Does your insurer cover treatment abroad?
Send us your insurer's name or policy details. We check with the hospital what may be covered, what is excluded and what pre-authorisation you need — before you travel.
Common questions from United States patients.
Does US insurance cover treatment abroad?
Most domestic US plans (Aetna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare) have international add-ons or out-of-network provisions. GeoBlue and Cigna Global are purpose-built for US citizens living or traveling abroad.
What about Medicare?
Original Medicare does not cover treatment outside the USA. Some Medicare Advantage plans include emergency international coverage — but not planned procedures.
Can I use my HSA or FSA?
Yes — IRS rules allow HSA and FSA funds to cover medical expenses abroad, including surgery and travel if it's primarily for and related to medical care. We make sure you receive itemised receipts for your records.
Where to take this next
Cost calculator
Hospital-reported pricing across procedures × destinations.
Match-me triage
Three questions → specialty + destination + 3-hospital shortlist.
Insurance coverage
How cashless billing and reimbursement work, and what policies usually exclude.
Free second opinion
Have a specialist review your reports and treatment plan before you decide.
How patients from this country approach medical travel
- Common destinations from your country
Patients from your country often travel to specific destinations based on flight time, language, cultural fit.
- Cost reality vs domestic
Compare the written quotes you receive with what the same care would cost at home, including travel and stay.
- Visa pathway
Some destinations have streamlined visa pathways for patients from your country. Others require more documentation.
- Insurance coverage
Most domestic insurance excludes elective international. Some international policies may cover; verify pre-authorization.
Tell us your procedure and we'll quote it.
Share your diagnosis or referral letter — we'll shortlist hospitals, give you transparent pricing, and tell you exactly when you could be treated.