BridgeHealth Medical: Back and spine surgery in the USA

In addition to knee and hip replacements in the USA, BridgeHealth Medical has assisted in coordinating total disc replacement, ACL reconstruction, shoulder surgery to repair a weakened or torn rotator cuff, and many knee arthroscopies for repair of meniscus tears.

The USA is the ideal destination for your desired orthopedic surgery procedures as it boasts many internationally trained orthopaedic surgeons and a reputation for high quality treatment. Patients considering travel to the USA can be encouraged that American medical services are widely considered to meet the highest standard of hygiene and to be very reliable.

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If you can't find the procedure you have in mind, contact a Travel Care Coordinator to see how they can help.

How do you know it's time for orthopaedic surgery?

The Arthritis Foundation recommends that you speak to your rheumatologist or orthopedic surgeon about the possibility of joint replacement if you are experiencing any of the following discomforts:

You are unable to sleep at night because of the pain
Your medication doesn't help alleviate the pain
Pain from your arthritis is keeping you from regular outings, such as visiting friends, going shopping, or taking a vacation
Your pain causes you to have trouble getting out of a chair, going up stairs, getting off the toilet, or getting up from the floor

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Why travel to the USA for orthopedic surgery?

From the colourful, temperate shoreline of California, to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, to the vibrant activity of New York and Washington, DC, the United States of America is a bold and diverse nation. With many of the leading technologies and medical centres on the globe, the US is an ideal, and now cost-competitive, destination for medical travel. The rise in competition in the global marketplace has created three distinct benefits for consumers when travelling internationally for healthcare services. There has been a rise in higher quality care, an opportunity for dramatic cost savings, and a level of superior service and patient experience. Get a quote to discover the affordable opportunities for orthopaedic surgery that BridgeHealth can offer you.

More information about currency and airports, as well as passport and visa requirements, can be found on the BridgeHealth website. There is also an overview of health information specific to the US and a list of relevant contacts, and you can use the enquiry form to begin the process of getting a quote and receiving your chosen orthopedic surgery treatment in America.

Orthopedic surgery procedures offered in the USA

BridgeHealth’s World-Class Provider Network™ offers the following hip, knee and shoulder surgery, and orthopaedic procedures. If you do not see your particular need listed here, please contact a Travel Care Coordinator using the details below to discuss further options.

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Support and aftercare

Some follow-up care may be necessary once you return home. BridgeHealth has over 80 offices in all of the United States that are available to their clients for both pre- and post-operative care. They can help arrange a wide variety of aftercare needs including post-procedure checkups, prescription services, and even higher levels of care if necessary. Your Travel Care Coordinator will review your aftercare concerns, discuss your options with you, and arrange care if necessary.

Personalised care and communication from your Travel Care Coordinator

BridgeHealth understands that the prospect of travelling abroad for medical procedures can be an overwhelming experience, so they provide you with your own experienced Travel Care Coordinator who is your personal contact through every step of the process, from the moment they receive your orthopaedic surgery enquiry. Your coordinator doesn't cost you anything and can assist you in many ways, such as scheduling your appointments, helping with passports, visas and immunisations, and explaining pre- and post-operative instructions.

In addition to your Travel Care Coordinator, you can also speak with a BridgeHealth Registered Nurse who can answer your questions about specific medical procedures or conditions. Your nurse will also be involved in coordinating your care with your surgeon(s).

Prices

The cost for your procedure depends upon the particulars of the procedure itself, the destination, and your specific medical condition. The information you provide on your Short Form Inquiry can help them give you the most accurate price range for your procedure. Generally, prices for a hip or knee replacement range from approximately US$6,500 to $13,500.

Why choose BridgeHealth Medical for orthopaedic surgery?

As you'll discover when you get a quote, BridgeHealth has negotiated contracts with hospitals and doctors to provide you with pricing for orthopedic surgery that’s lower than what you can find on your own. This helps you to afford your ideal treatment package. Not only that, BridgeHealth knows that orthopaedic surgery is a big step and they have carefully selected and pre-screened centres of excellence for their World-Class Provider Network™ to ensure that you get the safest and most successful orthopedic surgery available.

Many hospitals are accredited by bodies such as the Joint Commission International (JCI), TRENT, and ISQua, and are often largely staffed by Western-trained, board-certified physicians who are highly qualified and experienced in orthopedic surgery. BridgeHealth invites you to ask them about any data available for you to perform comparisons between healthcare providers and to personally evaluate provider services. You can also get a quote for orthopaedic surgery using their enquiry form. If you need finance for your medical travel and orthopedic surgery, it's possible to finance up to US$25,000 through BridgeHealth's affiliated financing provider.

Get started: Build your bridge today

Your journey into international healthcare starts by providing BridgeHealth with the information they need to best assist you. Please begin by filling out their Short Form Inquiry. After this has been completed, a Travel Care Coordinator or BridgeHealth Nurse will review your information with international surgeons and contact you within 24-48 hours. This allows them to give you the most precise pricing estimate, tailored to your exact wants and needs.

If you prefer to speak with someone immediately, or need assistance completing your Short Form Inquiry, you can contact BridgeHealth using the telephone numbers below.

Contact details

BridgeHealth Medical, Inc.
5299 DTC Blvd Suite 800
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
United States

Toll free from the US and Canada

Tel: 800.680.1366

International calls

Tel: +1.303.457.5734

Email: info@bridgehealthmedical.com

Website: www.bridgehealthmedical.com

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