International Patients

Spine surgery in Mexico City — how it works

CICOVE receives patients from the United States, Canada, Europe, and Latin America. All consultations in English. Full concierge service included.

Your journey step by step

From your first consultation to your return home

📹D-30Firstconsult📋D-14Surgicalplan🚗D 0Airportshuttle🩺D 1Surgery🏥D 2Hospitalstay🛏D 3-6Recoveryhotel✈D 7-8Discharge& flight💻M 1-12Zoomfollow-up
Typical timeline. Actual duration varies by procedure and individual recovery.
Before traveling · 1–2 weeks before
First consultation
Video or WhatsApp consultation. Dr. Ávila reviews your imaging and gives his opinion. No charge.
Before traveling · 1 week before
Procedure confirmation
Procedure, hospital, and dates are defined. CICOVE coordinates insurance authorization if applicable.
Arrival · Day 0
Airport shuttle
If you fly into Mexico City for your surgery — from within Mexico or from abroad — the CICOVE shuttle picks you up at Mexico City International Airport (MEX) and takes you directly to Hospital Ángeles del Pedregal — no taxi or rideshare app needed.
Your driver waits at Arrivals with a sign bearing your name — easy to spot, no searching around.
The ride from MEX airport to Hospital Ángeles del Pedregal takes approximately 25–35 minutes depending on traffic.
Private, direct transport — not a shared shuttle with other passengers or stops.
The same shuttle service covers your return trip to the airport at the end of your stay — already included.
Procedure · Day 1
Surgery
Dr. Ávila performs the procedure under operative microscope and intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) in 100% of cases.
Recovery · Days 1–3
Hospitalization
Private room. 24/7 nursing. Discharge typically on day 2 or 3 depending on the procedure.
Recovery · Days 3–7
Recovery hotel
CICOVE coordinates hotel and outpatient follow-up appointments. Three rehabilitation sessions are included, delivered at your hotel or Airbnb — provided it falls within our coverage area.
Returning home · Day 7–10
Discharge and return
Dr. Ávila issues complete English-language medical documentation for your primary physician and insurer.
Follow-up · Months 1–6
Zoom follow-up
Follow-up by Zoom. Dr. Ávila reviews your progress and adjusts recommendations — no need to travel back.
Cost comparison vs. United States

Save 60–70% without compromising care

JCI-accredited hospital · Board-certified in neurological surgery in Mexico (FAANS · FCNS) · International insurance accepted

$100,000 – $200,000 United States $15,000 – $40,000 CICOVE Typical saving of 60–70%, including travel and hotel
Ranges are indicative and vary by procedure, hospital and each patient's clinical situation. You receive an itemized written quote before you travel.
$100–200k
Typical lumbar surgery cost in the US (USD)
$15–40k
Same procedure at CICOVE (USD)
60–70%
Typical savings including travel and hotel

Costs vary by procedure and case complexity. Contact us for a specific estimate.

International Insurance Accepted

Reimbursement coordination included

We issue itemized invoices and medical reports compatible with most international insurers.

BUPA International Cigna Global Aetna International GeoBlue Allianz Care
Concierge Services Included

We coordinate everything on the ground

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Airport pickupCICOVE shuttle directly to the hospital
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Hospital transfersFor all appointments and procedures
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Hotel coordinationNear the hospital, according to budget
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English-language documentationDischarge summary, imaging reports, insurance files
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Remote follow-upVideo consultations months 1, 3, 6 after surgery
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Consultation in your languageEnglish, Spanish, German, Italian

Ready to explore your options?

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