Is medical tourism in Panama actually safe?
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Yes — for patients who choose the right facilities. Panama City's leading private hospitals meet international standards, and Hospital Punta Pacífica is JCI-accredited (the same body that certifies top US hospitals) and a Johns Hopkins Medicine International affiliate. Med Viajar only refers patients to personally vetted facilities with proven international patient programs.
How much can I save compared to US prices?
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Typically 50–75%. A knee replacement that costs $35,000 in the US runs $12,000–$16,000 in Panama. All-on-4 dental implants: $7,000–$11,000 vs $20,000–$28,000 in the US. Gastric sleeve: $6,500–$9,500 vs $23,000. The savings come from lower facility overhead and surgeon fees — not lower quality. The same US-brand implants and laser platforms are used.
What does Med Viajar actually do?
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Med Viajar is your full-service medical travel coordinator. We match you with the right hospital and specialist, provide a transparent cost estimate, arrange your appointments, organise airport transfers and hotel near your hospital, assign a bilingual patient coordinator who accompanies you, and provide 12 months of remote post-procedure follow-up. We handle everything so you focus on your health.
Do I need to speak Spanish?
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No. All partner hospitals have English-speaking doctors and international patient coordinators. Your Med Viajar coordinator is bilingual and accompanies you to every appointment. Panama City is highly international and English is widely spoken in medical and hospitality settings.
Will my insurance cover treatment in Panama?
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International plans from BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna International, Cigna Global, and UnitedHealthcare Global may cover treatment at our partner hospitals. We recommend confirming with your insurer before travel. Even without coverage, most patients save significantly versus their US out-of-pocket costs.
What if something goes wrong after I return home?
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Med Viajar provides 12 months of remote follow-up coordination. Our network surgeons are available for video consultations post-procedure and send complete medical records to your home physician. In the rare case of a procedure-related complication requiring revision, we facilitate this in Panama at no additional coordinator fee.
How do I get started?
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Submit a free quote request on this page or WhatsApp us directly. Tell us your procedure, your timeline, and any questions — there's no commitment required. A Med Viajar patient coordinator will respond within 24 hours with a personalised cost estimate and hospital recommendations.