Blood clots may form anywhere in the body within the circulatory system. If your doctor has found one, it may be resolved with a thrombectomy surgery. Know more about the latest cost of the procedure in Philippine hospitals.
Price of Thrombectomy
The price of Thrombectomy surgery in the Philippines may start from Php 24,000 to Php 60,000 on a single extremity. Depending on the where the blood clot it, the cost may increase.
The doctors fee may be excluded in the price which may range from Php 7,000 to Php 15,000.
Types of Thrombectomy
The procedure may be done in any parts of the circulatory system like the veins, arteries and blood vessels. Some of the more common types are for ischemic stroke in the brain, extremities in the arms and legs and lungs.
Hospitals For Thrombectomy
Major hospitals with the right facilities may perform thrombectomy. You may inquire from the one nearest your area to make it more convenient for the patient. Contact the facility to get an exact quote.
Look: Hospital Contact Numbers
Caloocan
MCU Hospital
Manila
UDMC
Metropolitan Hospital
Makati
Makati Medical Center
Quezon City
Fe Del Mundo Hospital
Providence Hospital
FEU Hospital
Taguig
St. Lukes Medical Center
Cavite
Bacoor Doctors Hospital
Cebu
Chong Hua Hospital
Perpetual Succour hospital
Davao
Davao Doctors Hospital
Laguna
Laguna Doctors Hospital
Negros Occidental
South Bacolod General Hospital
Cheap Thrombectomy
Some LGUs offer free surgery for minor cases. A thrombectomy may be included in them. However, cheaper options are usually availed in a public hospital. For a better price, it may also be possible to use your senior citizen ID if available.
Government Hospitals
A number of government hospitals with thrombectomy may be found near you. It is best to initially inquire about their surgery packages to compare the prices.
- PGH
- Ospital ng Maynila
- East Avenue Medical Center
- QC General Hospital
- Ospital ng Makati
HMO and Health Cards
Major surgeries are usually not covered by health cards. However, you may be able to maximize your benefits in terms of room, doctor’s fees and equipment expenses. Moreover, some health cards may also provide assistance in terms of hospital choice.
Philhealth for Surgery
Just like other surgery types, Philhealth may cover thrombectomy. You need to fill out the form at the hospital in the billing section to avail the benefits. Your doctor’s fees and facility fees may be covered.
Read: Philhealth Coverage
References: Hopkins Medicine, NCBI-NLM
Last Updated on April 23, 2024 by Medical Pinas
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