Joint problems may be treated with therapy or medication. Your doctor may initially advise arthroscopy in order to diagnose problems. Find out more about the price of the procedure in hospitals.
Price of Arthroscopy
The price of arthroscopy in the Philippines starts at Php 14,000 to Php 50000 depending on the body part. See the package prices in hospitals and compare the rates.
See: Prices in Hospitals
In some cases, arthroscopy may already be included in a surgery package which could have a price of Php 169,000 all in. This will usually include the doctor’s fee, room and board, instrument use and rehab for a few sessions.
Price List of Arthroscopy
Foot and Ankle – Php 50,000 to Php 90,000
Shoulder – Php 18,000 to Php 35,000
Knee – Php 14,000 to Php 30,000
Other parts may include wrist, hip, elbow.
Note that these prices are based on various hospitals both public and private.
Hospitals with Arthroscopy
Asian Hospital
Capitol Medical Center
Makati Medical Center
St. Luke’s Medical Center
Cebu
Cebu Doctors University Hospital
UCMED
Davao
Davao Doctors Hospital
Government Hospitals
One of the primary public hospitals for bone concerns is Philippine Orthopedic Center. You may also inquire from a government hospitals near you. For your convenience, it is best to contact these facilities to know more about their rates.
- PGH
- East Avenue Medical Center
- Western Visayas Medical Center
- Southern Philippines Medical Center
A cheap arthroscopy is available too if you can use your senior ID. In some cases, other promotions of the hospitals may reduce the prices in the form of a package.
HMO Payment
A health card may cover the room and board and the doctor’s fee for arthroscopy procedure. However, it may not cover the surgery itself due to limitations of benefits.
Philhealth
You may use your Philhealth account in any types of surgical procedures. This is one of the benefits of the members which allow for the coverage of a certain expense rate. Provide your details at the billing section to reduce the cost.
What is Arthroscopy
It is a medical procedure where a small fiber camera is inserted between the joints. The instrument provides a high definition image so the doctor can diagnose any problems in the joints.
References: Mayoclinic
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