True Cost of Kidney Transplant: Guide for Patients

Looking for the latest kidney transplant rates in the Philippines? See the surgery package prices among hospitals where you can save on medical expenses.

Average Cost

The price of kidney transplant in the Philippines is around ₱1.230 million to₱1.9 million and up on the averag. Medication will always be a part of the post surgery procedure and may cost Php 200,000 for 6 months.

Note that each hospital may provide a different set of price rates. They will depend on the surgeon, the availability of the facility, operating room, medication and post operation expenses.

Hospital Package

It is a good idea to compare the price rates of surgery among hospitals. You can start with the surgeon’s fees as well as the operating room rates. Some hospitals where the procedure is available include:

• Surgeon’s fees
• Operating room
• Medication for infections
• Post-operation treatment

Read: Dialysis Prices Per Session

These are just some of the hospitals that offer the operation. Other hospitals may also provide care and service with regards to kidney treatment. You should get in touch with the hospital near your location for convenience.

A cheap package may start from Php 955,000. However, this is usually available after deductions are made. You may find a government hospital that offers charity surgery prices to lower the cost.

See: Surgery Price List

According to sources, Philhealth can cover up to Php 600,000 of the total amount of the operation. Inquire about this rate with the nearest Philhealth office in your area.

Just like any other medical procedures, senior citizens will receive special discounts up to 20% for major surgeries. Simply provide the ID and get lower prices in professional fees, medicines and operating room. This is on top of your HMO benefit if you have any.

Price for Kids and Children

Children’s surgery is more delicate which may require a different set of service. You may initially inquire about the cost and create an expenses plan to accommodate surgery and medication.

Health Insurance Coverage

Your health insurance policy will determine if your surgery will be covered. This is true for possible HMO coverage since there are medical expenses that may be included in health plans.

Look: HMO Accredited Hospitals

Some health cards may cover a specific surgery type. However, the usual coverage includes the doctor’s fees, room and board and other non-surgical procedures.

Requirements

One of the requirements to undergo this procedure is that the donor is a blood relative of a Filipino citizen. You may coordinate with your doctor or health care providers about the necessary info.

Warning: Organ sale is illegal in the Philippines. Any comments pertaining to such transactions will be removed or deleted. Based on available info, foreigners are banned from having kidney transplant procedures in the Philippines.

References: Mayoclinic, Hopkins Medicine, PNA

Last Updated on May 13, 2024 by Medical Pinas