One of the biggest differences between clinics is how consultation, treatment, and payment are organized.
Some clinics can provide consultation and treatment on the same day.
Others may require several steps.
The most important point is:
Understand the treatment and price before you agree to proceed.
Consultation comes first
A consultation is your opportunity to explain:
Your concern
Your goals
Previous treatment
Medical history
Questions
The clinic then evaluates whether a treatment is appropriate.
A consultation is not just a sales conversation.
Medical suitability should be determined by qualified medical professionals.
The initial request may change
You may arrive asking for a specific treatment.
After examination, the doctor may recommend:
A different treatment
Additional testing
A smaller treatment
Delaying treatment
No treatment
This is normal.
The treatment you saw online may not be appropriate for your situation.
Ask for the final treatment plan
Before payment, make sure you understand the actual plan.
Ask:
What treatment will be performed?
Which area will be treated?
How much product or how many sessions?
Who performs the treatment?
Is anesthesia included?
How long will it take?
Is follow-up included?
REQUEST
What you came for
↓
CONSULTATION
Medical assessment
↓
PLAN
Recommended option
↓
CONFIRM
You decide
↓
PAYMENT / TREATMENT
Understand the price
The price you saw before arriving may not always be the final price.
Reasons can include:
Different treatment scope
Additional tests
Different dosage
Additional areas
Anesthesia
Medication
Follow-up services
Before paying, ask for a clear breakdown.
Questions about price
Useful questions:
Is this the total price?
Is tax included?
Are medications included?
Is anesthesia included?
Are follow-up visits included?
Are there optional additional charges?
What happens if the treatment plan changes?
Payment is usually made to the clinic
For medical treatment itself, payment should follow the clinic's own billing process.
Depending on the clinic, payment methods may include:
Credit card
Debit card
Cash
Other supported payment methods
International card acceptance can vary.
If you are planning a high-value procedure, confirm accepted payment methods in advance.
Keep your receipt
After payment, keep:
Receipt
Invoice
Treatment confirmation
Medication receipt
Relevant tax documentation, if provided
These may be useful for:
Personal records
Insurance claims
Tax refund procedures where applicable
Follow-up care
Do not confuse medical costs with support services
This distinction is especially important for international visitors.
Medical costs
Paid according to the clinic's treatment and billing process.
Travel or support services
May be separately arranged through an agency or service provider.
Examples can include:
Transportation
Coordination
Translation support
Accommodation support
Other concierge services
Always understand who you are paying and what the payment covers.
If you are unsure
Do not hesitate to ask the clinic to explain again.
Before proceeding, you should be comfortable with:
✓ Treatment
✓ Price
✓ Risks
✓ Recovery
✓ Follow-up
✓ Payment recipient