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Final quotes depend on procedure complexity, clinic tier, and surgeon fees. In the US, this procedure costs _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% compared with the US. Bookimed listings do not specify package inclusions, so patients should confirm what each quote covers. Bangkok is a main treatment hub.</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clinic tier.</strong> Facility type can affect operating-room and hospital-stay costs, including in Bangkok.</li>\n<li><strong>Procedure scope.</strong> Greater complexity can increase the surgeon’s and anesthesia fees.</li>\n<li><strong>Added liposuction.</strong> Treating the flanks or waistline adds costs for each treated area.</li>\n<li><strong>Pre-op and recovery items.</strong> Tests and compression garments may be billed separately if not included.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight.</strong> The listed Bangkok prices overlap, but their upper estimates have a wide spread. 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The Thai authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about <a href=\"https://tdri.or.th/en/2018/03/future-thailands-health-care-danger/\"><u>25 billion baht</u></a>&nbsp;for healthcare annually.</p><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">As a result, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthcare_in_Thailand\"><u>36,673 medical facilities</u></a> provide excellent medical care in the country. <a href=\"https://www.imtj.com/news/more-medical-travellers-thailand/\"><u>64 centers</u></a> in the Kingdom have certificate of <a href=\"https://www.jointcommissioninternational.org/about-jci/accredited-organizations/\"><u>JCI (Joint Commission International)</u></a>, the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has <a href=\"https://en.bookimed.com/article/top-10-medical-tourism-destinations-best-countries-for-treatment/\"><u>20</u></a> JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — <a href=\"https://en.bookimed.com/article/top-10-medical-tourism-destinations-best-countries-for-treatment/\"><u>only 10</u></a> clinics of this type.</p>"},{"q":"When is the best time to travel to Thailand?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(68,68,68);\">The main advantage of Thai resorts is the long beach season. On the east coast and west coast the climate features are different, so take it into account when planning the trip. The </span><a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geography_of_Thailand#Climate\"><u>best time to travel</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(68,68,68);\"> is during the cool and dry season between November and early April. A large influx of tourists is in March-May, when the air temperature is +30°C.</span></p>"},{"q":"What should you know about Thailand before the trip?","a":"<figure class=\"table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Official name</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">The Kingdom of Thailand</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Currency</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Thai Baht (you also can pay for services in dollars)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Best period for the trip</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">November-early April</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Language</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Thai (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Visa</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">is required for a trip of <a href=\"https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand/thailand-tourist-visa.php\"><u>3-6 months</u></a></p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Time difference with Europe</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">7 hours</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Time difference with the USA</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">12 hours</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Capital</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Bangkok</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Medical tourism center</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Bangkok</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Popular resorts</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Koh Samui, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Chang, Hua Hin</p></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>"},{"q":"What hotel service is provided here?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(68,68,68);\">In the Kingdom of Thailand, </span><a href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cTop-g293915\"><u>hotels of different price ranges</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(68,68,68);\"> and service levels are presented. The level of Thai hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. 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.</span></p>"},{"q":"Do I need a visa?","a":"<p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">For now, the Kingdom of Thailand requires <a href=\"https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand/thailand-tourist-visa.php\"><u>different visa regimens</u></a> for diverse states. Some foreigners can stay in the country 60 days without visa control, some of them — only 14 days.</p><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">How long you can stay in Thailand and what countries can cross the border easy read <a href=\"https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand/thailand-tourist-visa.php\"><u>here</u></a>.</p>"}],"h2":[{"text":"How it works","kind":"content"},{"text":"Mini Tummy Tuck Prices by Clinic in Thailand","kind":"content"},{"text":"Thailand Mini Tummy Tuck overview","kind":"content"},{"text":"How much does a Mini Tummy Tuck cost in Thailand?","kind":"content"},{"text":"How to choose a Mini Tummy Tuck clinic in Thailand","kind":"content"},{"text":"Discover Mini Tummy Tuck Clinics in Thailand","kind":"content"},{"text":"Our Doctors","kind":"content"},{"text":"Is a Mini Tummy Tuck right for you?","kind":"content"},{"text":"Why choose Thailand for a Mini Tummy Tuck","kind":"content"},{"text":"Mini Tummy Tuck recovery timeline: what to expect week by week","kind":"content"},{"text":"Traveling to Thailand for a Mini Tummy Tuck","kind":"content"},{"text":"Mini Tummy Tuck in Thailand: Video Reviews from Bookimed Patients","kind":"content"},{"text":"Thailand Mini Tummy Tuck Reviews at Bookimed: Discover Patients' Insights","kind":"content"},{"text":"Share this content","kind":"ui"},{"text":"FAQ about Mini Tummy Tuck in Thailand","kind":"content"},{"text":"Have a question about Mini Tummy Tuck in Thailand?","kind":"content"}]},"placeholders":{"price_from":"{{price_from}}","clinics_count":"{{clinics_count}}","cities_count":"{{cities_count}}","savings_pct":"{{savings_pct}}","data_date":"{{data_date}}"},"legal":{"restricted_markets":{"status":"missing","reason":"not_collected"}},"conflicts":[]}