Specialist Visit Cost in Georgia
The Specialist Visit Cost indicator measures the average out-of-pocket cost for a specialist consultation without primary insurance coverage. With a score of 65/100, a raw value of $22, and world rank 92 out of 231, Georgia sits in the middle range – cheaper than Western European countries, but more expensive than some poorer developing countries (which appear cheap mainly due to missing infrastructure). Note on the score metric: a higher score means lower costs for patients.
What $22 Means in Practice
In Tbilisi, specialist consultation costs vary by speciality and clinic, typically ranging:
- General practitioner / Internist: 15–30 GEL (5–11 USD)
- Cardiologist, Neurologist, Gynaecologist: 50–80 GEL (18–29 USD)
- Top-tier clinics / International consulting: 100–200 GEL (36–73 USD)
Diagnostics (blood count, ultrasound, ECG) are charged additionally, but are also inexpensive. A comprehensive blood panel rarely costs more than 20–40 USD.
Contextual Comparison
- Ukraine (67 score = approx. $18), Ethiopia (95 = extremely cheap but lacking quality): Cheaper than Georgia
- Thailand (62 = approx. $25), Armenia (59 = approx. $28): Similar level
- Estonia (44 = approx. $45), Portugal (42 = approx. $50): Western European mid-range
- United Kingdom (32), Australia (35): Mostly covered by public health systems; private specialists can be costly
- United States (12 = over $200!): Among the highest costs in the world without insurance
State Coverage vs. Private Out-of-Pocket
Since the introduction of the UHC programme (2013), the Georgian state covers basic services for all residents, including emergency care and some specialist consultations. Foreigners without a residence permit generally bear costs themselves, which is what the $22 figure represents. For expats with international health insurance, this figure is largely irrelevant.
Conclusion: Georgia's specialist costs of approx. $22 are a genuine advantage for expats who need medical care more frequently. Combined with high doctor density and good accessibility, the price-to-quality ratio for medical consultations in Tbilisi is among the best in the world.
This article was created on April 13, 2026
