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Atrial septal defect surgery in Mexico typically costs from _op_201_price_from_ to _op_201_price_to_. Final prices depend on the surgical approach, clinic accreditation, and the patient's age. In the US, similar procedures cost around _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% compared to US rates. Most Mexican packages include surgeon fees, hospital stays, and pre-operative lab tests.

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Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a boutique facility can offer significant value without compromising quality. Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali provides affordable pricing near the US border. It holds CSG Accreditation and serves a high volume of international patients. For complex cases, Monterrey hosts JCI-accredited institutions like Hospital San José. These clinics maintain high hygiene standards while remaining far more affordable than US hospitals.

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Currency

Mexican peso (you also can pay for services in dollars)

Best period for the trip

December-April

Language

Spanish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)

Visa

required for some countries

Time difference with Europe

7 hours

Time difference with the USA

1 hour

Capital

Mexico City

Medical tourism center

Mexico City

Popular resorts

Central and Southern Mexico

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In Mexico, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.

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Visas for travel to Mexico require a number of documents. Lists of documents includes:

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