Many Americans are opting to take “medical vacations" because they either can't afford to undergo the treatment they need or prefer to save money so they can spend it on other necessities

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It's a rapidly growing trend primarily due to rising healthcare costs and an increasing number of people who are uninsured or underinsured. Many people are deciding to combine two things at once: travel (whether foreign or domestic) and an elective surgical or other medical procedure.

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This is often referred to as "medical tourism" or a Medical Vacation. With many cash pay affordable surgery centers and medical facilities becoming available in the USA, taking a Medical Vacation no longer means a trip to a third world country. It may mean a 3-4 hour drive or a plane ride across country. There is still the option of traveling to another country.

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You should consider a Medical Vacation if some of the options you find on this site are appealing to you but are not in your local area. It’s also a great option to save money for those who chose alternative healthcare financing options such as Medical Cost Sharing.