The cost of Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) in South Korea typically ranges from $18,000 to $25,000. Prices vary depending on the hospital, the surgeon’s expertise, the type of cancer treated, and whether additional procedures like cytoreductive surgery are needed. In the U.S., the average cost is $45,000 (per NCCN). HIPEC in South Korea is about 52% less than in the United States.
Korean hospitals usually include pre-operative assessments, the HIPEC procedure, anesthesia, hospital stay, medications, and follow-up visits in the price. In the U.S., costs for anesthesia, ICU care, medications, and post-op monitoring are often billed separately from the main procedure. Always confirm what each hospital’s package covers before booking.