Cost · Tijuana, Mexico
Lap-Band (Gastric Band) Cost in Tijuana, Mexico
An adjustable gastric band (Lap-Band) at Russald Medical Center in Tijuana costs from $5,600 — about 65–75% less than the $15,000–$20,000 typical in the United States — and is adjustable and reversible, at an accredited facility 20 minutes from the San Diego border. Your final cost is confirmed in writing after a free medical evaluation.
Estimated Cost
Lap-Band — Mexico vs US Cost
| Treatment | Tijuana (est.) | US (typical) | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adjustable Gastric Band (Lap-Band) | From $5,600 | $15,000 – $20,000 | 65–75% |
Estimates are shown in USD for comparison only and are not a quote. Final pricing depends on your clinical findings and protocol and is confirmed in writing after a medical evaluation.
What You Get
What's Included in the Price
Typically included
- Board-certified bariatric surgeon's fee
- Anesthesia and anesthesiologist
- Operating room and accredited facility
- Hospital stay (overnight)
- Pre-operative lab work
- Post-operative follow-up
- Bilingual patient coordinator
Not included
- Flights and ground transport
- Lodging (your coordinator helps arrange it)
- Specialist work-up beyond protocol, if your case needs it
This is what the package typically covers; the exact scope is confirmed in your free evaluation. Nothing is finalized until your itemized written quote.
Lower Cost, Not Lower Quality
Why Does It Cost Less in Mexico?
Lower operating costs
Facility overhead, staffing, and administrative costs are lower in Mexico — so the same procedure costs less to deliver.
Direct-pay model
You pay the clinic directly, without the insurance-driven markups built into US hospital pricing.
Favorable exchange rate
Care is delivered in Mexico and quoted in US dollars, so a strong dollar goes further.
Same standard of care
The difference is cost structure, not quality: board-certified surgeons, an accredited facility, the same brand-name implants and supplies, and equivalent protocols.
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Cost Questions
Lap-Band Cost — Common Questions
How much does a Lap-Band cost in Tijuana?
A Lap-Band costs from $5,600 at Russald Medical Center — about 65–75% less than the $15,000–$20,000 typical in the US. Your final cost is confirmed in writing after a free evaluation.
Is the Lap-Band adjustable and reversible?
Yes — the band can be adjusted to change how restrictive it is, and it can be removed if needed. Regular follow-up is an important part of how it works, and your care plan is set in your evaluation.
Why is it cheaper than in the United States?
The difference is cost structure, not quality. Mexico has lower facility, staffing, and administrative costs, a direct-pay model without insurance markups, and a favorable exchange rate — with the same brand-name supplies, an accredited facility, and board-certified surgeons.
What does the price include?
The estimate typically covers the bariatric surgeon's fee, anesthesia, the operating room and accredited facility, your hospital stay, pre-operative lab work, post-operative follow-up, and a bilingual coordinator. Travel and lodging are quoted separately.
How do I get an exact quote?
Request a free evaluation and we confirm your personalized cost based on your medical profile — no obligation. The written quote you receive is the price you pay.
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Minutes from San Diego: no flights, no long trips
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