The cost of CAR T-cell therapy in Turkey typically ranges from $200,000 to $225,000. Prices vary depending on the hospital, the specific CAR T-cell product used, the patient’s condition, and the complexity of the treatment protocol. In the United States, the average price is $525,000 (per ASCO). CAR T-cell therapy in Turkey is about 60% less than in the U.S.
Turkish hospitals generally include pre-treatment evaluation, apheresis for T-cell collection, cell engineering, infusion, hospitalization, and initial follow-up care in the quoted price. In the U.S., costs are usually split among the drug, hospital stay, physician fees, and post-infusion monitoring. Patients should confirm exactly what each clinic’s package covers, as inclusions may vary.