Typical Cost: China vs Other Countries
| Where | Price |
|---|---|
China — CT (China MedPass) One region; incl. English report + DICOM | From $250 |
China — public hospital fee only Per region (no English support) | ~$35–55 |
United States (self-pay) | $500–3,000+ |
United Kingdom (private) | £300–700 |
Prices shown are starting “from” prices — our coordination plus a typical hospital fee. Hospital fees are paid at the hospital; because every case differs, you receive a written quote before you commit. See full pricing.
What Is Included
- ✓CT scan (one region) at a Grade 3A hospital
- ✓Coordination + bilingual escort
- ✓Certified English report
- ✓DICOM files
What Is Not Included
- –Contrast-enhanced CT or extra regions (on top)
- –Specialist consultation
- –Travel costs
How the Process Works
- 1Tell us the region + clinical question
- 2We book a suitable hospital
- 3Escorted scan day
- 4English report + DICOM delivered
Which Hospitals May Be Suitable
- Beijing Friendship Hospital → — Comprehensive tertiary hospital with a strong International Department
- Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH) → — China's top-ranked hospital for complex, rare and multi-system conditions
When This Is a Good Option
- ✓CT of chest / abdomen / head
- ✓Staging or follow-up imaging
- ✓Travelling anyway and want it done fast
When to Stay Home
- –Emergency / trauma CT — local emergency care now
What to Prepare
- •Passport
- •Prior imaging + reports
- •Clinical question summary
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a CT scan cost in China?
The bare public-hospital fee is roughly $35–55 per region; via China MedPass (coordination + English report + DICOM) starts from $250. Contrast studies cost more.
Does China MedPass perform the scan or diagnosis?
No. China MedPass is an independent coordination service. The scan and its interpretation are performed by licensed staff and radiologists at the hospital. We handle booking, language, payment logistics, the English report and your DICOM files.