Heart Bypass Surgery in Thailand: Cost, Safety & Hospitals
Sourced, dated facts on cost, safety and the most popular hospitals, to help you make an informed decision.
In short
Heart Bypass Surgery in Thailand costs on average $17.0k (typically $12.0k to $22.0k). That is roughly 87% less than in United States. We list 31 popular hospitals for this procedure.
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Average cost
$17.0k
Typical range
$12.0k to $22.0k
Savings vs home
up to 87%
vs United States
Popular hospitals
31
- 32 hospitals listed on CureMeridian
- 4.2★ from 71,298 Google reviews
- Up to 87% less than at home
Scores are calculated by our algorithm, not paid for by hospitals.
Cost of Heart Bypass Surgery in Thailand
Heart Bypass Surgery in Thailand costs on average $17.0k, ranging from $12.0k to $22.0k.
- Low
- $12.0k
- Average
- $17.0k
- High
- $22.0k
Typically includes: Pre-op evaluation, Surgery, Post-op care, Rehabilitation.
Usually excluded: Travel insurance, Extended stay, Personal expenses.
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Savings vs your home country
Compared with prices at home, Heart Bypass Surgery in Thailand can cost substantially less. Figures compare the average price in each market.
| Home country | Cost at home | You could save |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $135.0k | 87% |
| the UK | $20.0k | 15% |
| Canada | $60.0k | 72% |
| Australia | $52.5k | 68% |
| New Zealand | $50.0k | 66% |
| Ireland | $30.0k | 43% |
Wait times
Typical wait for Heart Bypass Surgery in Thailand is around 10 days.
- Thailand: ~10 days
- United States (public system): ~28 days
- the UK (public system): ~84 days
- Canada (public system): ~56 days
- Australia (public system): ~42 days
- New Zealand (public system): ~56 days
- Ireland (public system): ~90 days
About Heart Bypass Surgery
Heart Bypass Surgery abroad typically involves general anaesthesia, about 4h in surgery, an inpatient stay.
Read the full Heart Bypass Surgery guide for how the procedure works and what to expect.
Is Heart Bypass Surgery in Thailand safe?
Here is the factual safety picture, hospital ratings and track record, country health context, and published outcome statistics.
- Published success rate
- 98%
- Serious complication rate
- 2%
- Revision rate
- 5%
Population averages from published data, not a personal prognosis. Outcomes vary by individual; discuss your case with a qualified clinician.
Country health context: life expectancy 77 years.
US travel advisory: Exercise Increased Caution.
Risks & complications
Being straight about risk is part of an informed decision. Heart Bypass Surgery carries procedure and travel-specific risks.
Travelling after surgery: Increased risk of blood clots; compression stockings advised.
Activity restrictions: Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities for 6-8 weeks.
Informational only, not medical advice. Discuss your individual risk with a qualified clinician.
Popular hospitals for Heart Bypass Surgery in Thailand
These hospitals are frequently chosen for Heart Bypass Surgery, ranked by patient ratings and review volume. Scores are calculated by our algorithm, not paid for by hospitals.
Bangkok Hospital Headquarters (BDMS Flagship)
Bangkok
4.7(7,636)
The headquarters of BDMS, Thailand's largest private healthcare group operating 58 hospitals with over 50 specialty centers and JCI accreditation.
Bangkok Hospital Pattaya
Chonburi
4.3(3,094)
JCI-accredited 400-bed hospital in Pattaya (part of BDMS group) serving as the Eastern Seaboard's premier medical facility, treating patients from over 100 countries.
Bangkok Hospital Phuket
Phuket
4.4(2,937)
JCI-accredited hospital under BDMS group serving Phuket's local and international community with comprehensive multi-specialty care.
Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital
Bangkok
4.4(2,282)
The first JCI-accredited public hospital in Thailand (4 consecutive accreditations), combining world-class research with 323 beds and 200+ specialist physicians.
BNH Hospital
Bangkok
4.3(1,556)
One of Bangkok's oldest international hospitals (founded 1898), JCI-accredited with 100+ years of service to expats and medical tourists, known for its warm, personalized care.
Samitivej Thonburi Hospital
Bangkok
4.6(1,525)
150-bed JCI-accredited hospital (established 2013), part of BDMS network offering 12+ specialty centers with 250+ medical professionals.
Bangkok Hospital Siriroj
Phuket
4.4(1,480)
Phuket's first private hospital (established 1982), JCI-accredited with 150 beds serving patients from 120+ countries with multilingual coordinators speaking 9 languages.
MedPark Hospital
Bangkok
4.0(1,136)
550-bed tertiary care hospital that achieved JCI accreditation within two years of opening, featuring Thailand's largest single critical care unit (130 ICU beds).
Vichaiyut Hospital
Bangkok
4.2(385)
Bangkok's first private general hospital (since 1969) with 347 beds, growing from a small 10-bed facility into a multi-building medical complex over 55+ years.
Phyathai 2 Hospital
Bangkok
4.5(2,479)
550-bed JCI-accredited hospital (since 2014), serving over 50,000 outpatients monthly with convenient BTS access near Sanam Pao station.
Phyathai 3 Hospital
Bangkok
4.6(2,413)
Part of the Phyathai hospital network, offering comprehensive multi-specialty care with modern facilities and international patient services.
Piyavate Hospital
Bangkok
4.6(2,144)
A 250-bed hospital in central Bangkok (New Petchburi Road) established in 1993, known for IVF and reproductive medicine with comprehensive multi-specialty services.
ViMUT Hospital
Bangkok
4.2(1,196)
Part of the ViMUT-Theptarin group with a 40-year healthcare legacy, recognized for establishing Thailand's first diabetes and thyroid center.
Phyathai 1 Hospital
Bangkok
4.3(1,044)
JCI-accredited hospital in central Bangkok part of the Phyathai Group, providing multi-specialty care with strong programs in orthopedics and internal medicine.
World Medical Hospital
Nonthaburi
4.2(940)
JCI-accredited hospital, the only healthcare provider in Asia-Pacific to hold both JCI and German/Scandinavian DNV GL hospital accreditation.
Praram 9 Hospital
Bangkok
3.9(932)
300-bed JCI-accredited hospital (since 2010), ranked 9th best in Thailand by Newsweek; completed over 1,000 kidney transplants — the most of any private hospital in the country.
Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
3.6(751)
Part of the Bangkok Hospital network (BDMS group), one of the largest healthcare organizations in Southeast Asia serving the Chiang Mai region.
Aikchol Hospital
Chonburi
4.2(423)
Founded in 1981 as the first private hospital in Thailand's Eastern Seaboard, 4-time JCI-accredited with a JCI Gold Seal for its Acute Myocardial Infarction Program.
Asia Cosmetic Hospital
Nonthaburi
4.5(22)
JCI and ISO-accredited hospital founded in 2012, specializing exclusively in cosmetic and bariatric surgery with over 10,000 successful procedures for international patients.
Bumrungrad International Hospital
Bangkok
3.9(3,207)
The first hospital in Asia to receive JCI accreditation (2002), 580-bed facility treating over 1.1 million patients annually from 190+ countries with 1,200+ physicians.
Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital
Bangkok
4.6(2,463)
JCI-accredited hospital in the Samitivej group (BDMS network) located on Srinakarin Road, offering comprehensive multi-specialty care with international patient services.
Vejthani Hospital
Bangkok
4.9(14,265)
263-bed hospital that has earned JCI accreditation six consecutive times since 2010, named Best Specialized Hospital Asia Pacific in Orthopedics by Newsweek, serving 300,000+ patients from 100+ countries.
Sikarin Hospital
Bangkok
4.2(4,881)
Established in 1979 with 354 beds and over 400 specialists, serving an average of 2,800 outpatients daily across multiple specialties.
Kasemrad Prachachuen Hospital
Bangkok
3.8(2,753)
Part of the Kasemrad Group, offering affordable quality healthcare with a dedicated international patient department.
Kasemrad International Hospital Rattanathibet
Nonthaburi
4.5(2,499)
JCI-accredited international hospital in the Kasemrad network, serving the greater Bangkok area with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services.
Bangpakok 9 International Hospital
Bangkok
4.7(1,841)
JCI-accredited 300-bed international hospital established in 1979 on Rama 2 Road, offering comprehensive multi-specialty care across 28 departments.
Kasemrad Hospital Ramkhamhaeng
Bangkok
3.0(1,684)
Part of the Kasemrad hospital network, a well-established Thai hospital group providing affordable multi-specialty care with modern facilities.
PRINC Hospital Suvarnabhumi
Samut Prakan
4.2(1,673)
Part of the PRINC hospital chain near Suvarnabhumi Airport, offering convenient healthcare access for medical tourists with modern facilities and international patient services.
Chiang Mai Ram Hospital
Chiang Mai
3.6(997)
Chiang Mai's leading private hospital with over 40 years of operation, staffed by 100+ specialists offering comprehensive healthcare services in northern Thailand.
Nonthavej Hospital
Nonthaburi
3.6(555)
Established in 1984, a general hospital with 200+ beds serving the northern Bangkok area with comprehensive services and a growing international patient program.
Ramathibodi Chakri Naruebodindra Hospital
Samut Prakan
4.4(105)
University hospital affiliated with Mahidol University's Ramathibodi Medical Faculty, providing academic-grade medical care with research-driven treatment protocols.
Recovery & logistics
Plan your Heart Bypass Surgery trip around 7 nights in hospital.
- 7 nights in hospital
- ~21 days total trip
- safe to fly home after ~21 days
- back to work in ~42 days
- a travel companion is recommended
Typical recovery timeline (population averages, not a personal prognosis)
- Immediate RecoveryHospital stay for monitoring and initial recovery.
- Early RecoveryGradual increase in activity and wound care.
- Intermediate RecoveryContinued increase in physical activity and cardiac rehabilitation.
- Long-term RecoveryFocus on lifestyle changes and cardiac health.
Visa: Visa Free (30 days) · Main airport: BKK · English proficiency: Very Low.
Why Thailand for Heart Bypass Surgery
What draws patients to Thailand for this procedure.
- World-renowned cardiac centers
- Bumrungrad cardiac excellence
- Thai surgeons globally trained
- Luxury recovery environment
- Warm climate for rehabilitation
Frequently asked questions
What accreditation is important for CABG hospitals in Thailand?
What is included in a CABG package in Thailand?
What CABG techniques are practised in Thailand?
What aftercare is provided after CABG in Thailand?
Do Thai hospitals accept international insurance for CABG?
What is the difference between on-pump and off-pump CABG?
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How do I transfer my cardiac imaging and records to an overseas hospital?
What does an all-inclusive CABG package abroad typically cover?
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- 32 hospitals listed on CureMeridian
- 4.2★ from 71,298 Google reviews
- Up to 87% less than at home