Answers to questions about the cost of IVF in Japan
IVF is a kind of assisted reproductive technology, which has been widely used in many countries. In Japan, IVF is also getting more and more attention. However, for many people, the cost of IVF is an important issue. This article will answer the cost of IVF in Japan from four aspects.
Influence of medical institution selection on cost
There are many medical institutions in Japan that provide IVF services, and the costs of different hospitals may vary. Generally speaking, the cost of private hospitals is high, while that of public hospitals is relatively low. Taking Tokyo as an example, the cost of private hospitals is usually between 3 million yen and 5 million yen, while the cost of public hospitals may only be about 2 million yen.
In addition, there are some specific medical institutions that provide IVF services, and the costs of these institutions are relatively high. For example, an advanced reproductive medicine center in Tokyo may cost more than 8 million yen. Therefore, when choosing medical institutions, we need to make reasonable choices according to our own economic conditions and needs.
Items included in the cost
The cost of IVF usually includes multiple items, such as hormone therapy, ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, embryo culture and transplantation. The cost of these items will vary according to the hospital and personal circumstances. Generally speaking, hormone therapy and ovarian stimulation are the most expensive items, while the cost of egg retrieval, embryo culture and transplantation is relatively low.
In addition, the cost of re treatment after failure of assisted reproductive technology needs to be taken into account. If the first treatment fails, it may be necessary to carry out treatment again or try other assisted reproductive technologies, which will increase additional costs. Therefore, when choosing IVF, the cost of the whole treatment process should be taken into account and adequate budget planning should be carried out.
Coverage of medical insurance
In Japan, the cost of IVF is not entirely covered by medical insurance. The medical insurance in Japan only partially reimburses the treatment expenses of IVF, and the specific reimbursement proportion depends on personal conditions and hospital policies. Therefore, you need to bear part of the costs yourself.
In addition, some medical institutions also provide IVF installment service, which can help patients share the cost pressure. In this way, patients can choose the appropriate payment method according to their economic situation.
Summary
To sum up, the cost of IVF in Japan needs to consider the selection of medical institutions, the items included in the cost, the coverage of medical insurance and other factors. Choosing a suitable medical institution can reasonably control the cost, and understanding each item in the cost can make effective budget planning. In addition, a full understanding of the reimbursement ratio of medical insurance and the hospital's installment service will also help reduce the cost pressure. Therefore, before IVF treatment, it is necessary to fully understand the related costs and be prepared.
