Total Knee Replacement: what it costs in China (2026)
| Country | Typical price | Typical wait |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $35,000–$70,000 | 1–3 months |
| United Kingdom | $14,000–$20,000 | 6–18 months (NHS) |
| Thailand | $10,000–$16,000 | 2–4 weeks |
| China | $8,000–$15,000 | 1–2 weeks |
Suggested trip length: 14–21 days including inpatient rehab.
China pricing reflects tertiary hospitals with imported joint prostheses. Longer stay required; plan for S2 medical visa.
Common questions
Is the quality comparable to home?
MedBridge partners with international departments of Grade-A tertiary hospitals and accredited private specialty chains — the same institutions that treat diplomats and expatriates in China. Surgeon volumes for high-frequency procedures (LASIK, implants, joint replacement) often exceed those of typical Western practices.
Do I need a visa for this treatment?
A stay this long usually requires an S2 medical visa — the hospital issues the invitation letter you need. Check your route with the Visa Wizard →
What's included in the price?
Hospital fees and standard consumables. Travel, accommodation and interpretation services are quoted separately — or bundled in a MedBridge care package.
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