The arrival of these longevity clinics in India made me think about how cost effective they might be, given peoples experiences here with purchases of the medications from India. The exchange rate currently is about 84 rupees to the US$.
Full body MRIs:
Full body MRIs in India seem to be in the $250 to $500 range (US$).
The cost of a full body MRI scan in India generally ranges from ā¹22,500 to ā¹45,000. This price can vary depending on the city, hospital, and specific areas being scanned. For example, in Sonipat, the lowest price for a full body MRI scan is ā¹22,500, while the market price can be as high as ā¹45,000
Source: Google Gemini AI, and How Much MRI Scan Cost in India? | PoonaHospital
In the USA: A full-body MRI scan in the USA can cost anywhere from $1,495 to $4,499, depending on the clinic and the specific features included in the scan. Some companies, like Prenuvo, offer comprehensive scans that include additional tests like lab work and body composition analysis for around $2,500 to $4,499. Other providers, such as Ezra, offer a range of options, from a 30-minute scan for $1,495 to a 60-minute scan for $2,395.
Cleerly Heart Scans
For example, here is the pricing of Cleerly heart scans compared to the USA pricing (below). The exchange rate right now is about 84 rupees to the US$, so Cleerly exams are in the range of $78 to $122 US.
The cost of a Cleerly heart scan in the USA, which includes the Coronary CTA (CT Angiography) and AI analysis, is typically around $1,500 to $2,200. The exact price can vary depending on the imaging center and whether the scan is covered by insurance.
And they seem to have many centers that do blood testing, etc. So perhaps medical tourism focused on Longevity may make sense for some people.
A āCleerly heart scan,ā which refers to a CT Coronary Angiogram (CCTA) with Cleerly analysis, can cost anywhere from ā¹6,588 to ā¹10,290 in India. The cost varies based on factors like hospital reputation, location, and the specific type of scan.
Factors Affecting Cost:
- Hospital Reputation and Location:
Larger hospitals or cardiac centers generally have higher prices than smaller clinics or nursing homes.
CT Coronary Angiograms (CCTAs) with Cleerly analysis are typically more expensive than basic coronary calcium scans.
Prices can vary across different cities in India, according to Healthians.
Plaque analysis, a feature of Cleerlyās system, can add to the overall cost.
Example Prices:
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Delhi: ā¹6,588
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Mumbai: ā¹10,290
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Lucknow: ā¹7,200
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Greater Noida: ā¹9,450
