Radiofrequency ablation in the Republic of Korea typically costs from AUD $11,500 to AUD $11,500. Final pricing depends on the medical condition, the complexity of 3D mapping, and the specific clinic tier. In Australia, patients often face high out-of-pocket costs of AUD $25,100 on average, while South Korea offers savings of approximately 54%. Most Korean medical quotes include the procedure, anaesthetic, and initial diagnostics.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a digital-first facility provides significant value beyond the procedure itself. Large Seoul centres use advanced electronic systems to prevent medical errors. Seoul National University Hospital, which treats the South Korean President, reports some of the highest cancer treatment statistics nationally. For thyroid concerns, Korea University Anam Hospital uses robotic methods that leave no visible neck scars, offering a major aesthetic advantage for the price.
| Republic of Korea | Thailand | Turkey | |
| Radiofrequency ablation | from AUD $11,500 | from AUD $2,600 | from AUD $7,400 |
| Transurethral needle ablation (TUNA) | ≈ AUD $3,200 | ≈ AUD $3,300 | ≈ AUD $2,600 |
| Radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping | ≈ AUD $13,600 | ≈ AUD $13,600 | from AUD $14,900 |
| Radiofrequency ablation of the liver | ≈ AUD $6,400 | ≈ AUD $6,000 | ≈ AUD $5,000 |
| Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS) | ≈ AUD $12,900 | ≈ AUD $9,300 | from AUD $22,600 |
Dr Min Jeong Kim holds a PhD from Seoul National University – South Korea's most prestigious medical institution. She specialises in interventional cardiology and heart failure at Incheon Sejong Hospital.
Dr. Byung Hee Oh is a cardiologist at Incheon Sejong Hospital. He previously served as President of the Korean Society of Cardiology. Dr. Oh specializes in heart failure, coronary artery disease, and complex arrhythmias. He held leadership roles at Seoul National University Hospital. Dr. Oh has authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications. He treats patients at Sejong Hospital, which sees over 400,000 annual visits.
Professor Kim Duk Kyung treats patients at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's most prestigious hospitals for heart care.
When considering Radiofrequency ablation, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
This non-invasive procedure uses focused ultrasound waves under MRI guidance to treat specific medical conditions without incisions.
Radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping is a minimally invasive procedure using radio waves to target and treat arrhythmias with precision.
Radiofrequency ablation of the liver is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat generated by radio waves to destroy cancer cells in the liver.