Congenital Heart Disease Treatment Cost in Thailand

Tests that are done before any treatment to diagnose congenital heart disease in children or adults include an electrocardiogram (ECG), ultrasound, coronary angiogram, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), etc. The tests are generally not included in the package.

Medications for congenital heart disorders (CHD) include blood pressure drugs, beta-blockers, and water pills (diuretics). All the medicines consumed during the time frame when the patient is in the hospital are included in the package. Medicines consumed outside the hospital are not covered in the package.

You need to stay in the hospital for around 4 to 5 days for proper recovery. It is best to stay at the hospital for longer until your condition is stable. It is advised to have follow-up appointments every 6-8 weeks after the surgery. Once fully recovered, visit your cardiologist at least once per year. 

Congenital heart disorder requires life-long care. After surgery, the doctor advises a cardiac rehabilitation program to improve your heart strength. Continued medicines such as beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, antiplatelet medications, and lipid-lowering medicines are needed. Medications are not a part of the package.

Yes, you can obtain life insurance for heart diseases such as congenital heart disorders. The insurance plan covers pre and post-hospitalization expenses. Please check with your provider to know the exact benefits.

Other than heart surgery for treating congenital heart disorders, you can select alternative treatments such as cardiac catheterization. A heart transplant may be needed if the heath of your heart declines.