Comment by protocolture

A mate of mine (who allegedly has decent health insurance but that seems questionable) was trying to get a simple surgical procedure done, and the quotes he received ranged from anywhere between "We cant tell you" to multiple thousands, ultimately he found a small private hospital that sorted it out for him for 700 USD.

I actually think the 700 USD price is very reasonable. But I dont care how rich you are thats a terrible consumer experience.