Heart Valve Replacement Cost: Australia vs Singapore (2026)
10% lower in Australia
The reference price for heart valve replacement is $35,147 in Australia and $39,204 in Singapore, a difference of about $4,057.
Side-by-side prices
| Country | Price type | Published range (local) | Reference (local) | Reference in USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | National efficient price, public hospital (minor complexity) | A$50,050 – A$92,839 | A$50,050 | $35,147 |
| Singapore | Typical total bill: public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward A) | SGD 12,946 – SGD 54,621 | SGD 50,122 | $39,204 |
Heart Valve Replacement price detail: Australia
| AR-DRG | Admission type | Price weight | Price | In USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F04C | Cardiac valve interventions with CPB pump without invasive cardiac investigation, minor complexity | 6.7471 | A$50,050 | $35,147 |
| F04B | Cardiac valve interventions with CPB pump without invasive cardiac investigation, intermediate complexity | 8.4700 | A$62,830 | $44,122 |
| F04A | Cardiac valve interventions with CPB pump without invasive cardiac investigation, major complexity | 12.5154 | A$92,839 | $65,195 |
Heart Valve Replacement price detail: Singapore
| Hospital and ward | Typical bill | Usual range (25th–75th) | Implant | In USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public hospital, subsidised (Ward C) | SGD 15,800 | SGD 8,738 – SGD 19,569 | SGD 2,693 | $12,358 |
| Public hospital, subsidised (Ward B2) | SGD 12,946 | SGD 8,730 – SGD 18,783 | SGD 1,827 | $10,126 |
| Public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward B1) | SGD 54,621 | SGD 44,315 – SGD 58,785 | SGD 9,166 | $42,723 |
| Public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward A) | SGD 50,122 | SGD 45,280 – SGD 53,895 | SGD 3,605 | $39,204 |
What each price includes
- Australia: National efficient price, public hospital (minor complexity). The whole public hospital admission: the operation, implant or device, nursing, medicines and an average length of stay for that type of admission. Public patients in Australian public hospitals pay nothing: the national efficient price is what governments use to fund the hospital.
- Singapore: Typical total bill: public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward A). The whole hospital bill: operation and doctor fees, implants, ward charges, medicines, tests and consumables. Patients pay these bills, but most Singapore citizens use MediShield Life, MediSave and private Integrated Shield plans to cover much of the cost.
About heart valve replacement
Heart valve replacement surgery replaces a damaged aortic, mitral, tricuspid or pulmonary valve with a mechanical or biological valve. Open valve replacement is a major operation with an intensive care stay. The type of replacement valve (mechanical or biological) affects both the cost and the long-term medicines needed afterwards.
Before travelling for treatment, also budget for flights, accommodation, recovery time and follow-up care, and check the hospital's accreditation and whether your insurance covers treatment abroad.
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Sources
- Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA). National Efficient Price Determination 2026–27 and price weight tables (NEP26 = A$7,418 per NWAU). www.ihacpa.gov.au/resources/national-efficient-price-determination-202. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- Ministry of Health, Singapore. Hospital bill amounts by procedure (TOSP), Singapore citizens, 2023 bills. www.moh.gov.sg/managing-expenses/bills-and-fee-benchmarks/hospital-bil. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- European Central Bank. Euro foreign exchange reference rates (2026-10-23). www.ecb.europa.eu/stats/eurofxref/eurofxref-daily.xml. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
Important: These are published reference prices and estimates, not a quote, and not medical advice. Actual costs depend on the hospital, your health, the exact treatment and your insurance. Always confirm the price with the provider before treatment. Read our disclaimer · Report an error
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