Half of Americans are familiar with the term “medical tourism,” referring to those who travel to other countries to undergo medical treatment, finds YPartnership. Nearly one in five (17%) would consider visiting another country to receive medical care. The reasons they cite include:
• Lower cost of care in other countries (84%);
• Comparable or better quality treatment or care (66%);
• The procedure they seek is not covered by insurance (43%);
• Shorter wait time to receive treatment (41%); and
• Access to non-FDA approved treatments (22%).
Source: “2010 Portrait of American Travelers,” Ypartnership, Amanda Jackson, 423 S. Keller Rd., #100, Orlando, FL 32810; 407-838-1812; amanda.jackson@ypartnership.com; www.ypartnership.com. Price: $2,950.
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