The cost of retinal detachment surgery in Thailand typically ranges from $3,000 / ฿102,000 to $6,000 / ฿204,000. Prices vary depending on the type of surgery (scleral buckle, vitrectomy, or pneumatic retinopexy), the surgeon’s experience, and the hospital’s facilities. In the United States, the average cost is $18,000 / ฿612,000 (per AAO). This means retinal detachment surgery in Thailand is about 75% less than in the U.S.
Thai hospitals usually include the surgeon’s fee, hospital stay, operating room charges, anesthesia, standard medications, and one or two follow-up visits in the total price. In the U.S., separate bills are common for anesthesia, surgical materials, post-op care, and even follow-up visits. Always confirm exactly what’s covered at each clinic before booking.