How much does stem cell therapy cost? At Stem Cell Medellin, in Medellín, Colombia, stem cell therapy costs from about USD 2,375 for 10 million stem cells to USD 10,132 for 150 million stem cells. In the United States, a single knee treatment typically costs USD 3,500 to 25,000, depending on the cell source (source).
Our prices are set in Colombian pesos and converted to US dollars every Monday with Colombia’s official exchange rate (TRM), so the dollar figures on this page are always current. Last update: October 26, 2026.
Stem cell therapy prices by dose
The price depends on the stem cell dose. The physician recommends the dose after reviewing your medical history and imaging, and you receive a written quote before you book any travel.
| Stem cell dose | Price in USD | Price in Colombian pesos (COP) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 million cells | USD 2,375 | COP $7,500,000 |
| 25 million cells | USD 3,419 | COP $10,800,000 |
| 50 million cells | USD 4,749 | COP $15,000,000 |
| 100 million cells | USD 7,915 | COP $25,000,000 |
| 150 million cells | USD 10,132 | COP $32,000,000 |
Flights and accommodation are separate. Most patients plan five to seven days in Medellín.
How much does a stem cell knee injection cost?
For a knee, the dose is chosen after the physician reviews your X-ray or MRI, so the price falls within the list above: from about USD 2,375 (10 million stem cells) to USD 10,132 (150 million stem cells). You will know the exact dose and price before you travel.
For reference, US clinics publish ranges of USD 3,500 to 8,000 per knee for bone marrow (BMAC) treatments and USD 5,000 to 10,000 for fat-derived (adipose) treatments, with complex protocols reaching USD 25,000 (source). The same applies to the shoulder, hip, back and other joints: the dose, not the joint, sets the price.
More about the treatment itself on our knee stem cell therapy page.
Stem cell therapy cost: Colombia vs. Mexico vs. Panama vs. the United States
These are prices that clinics publish on their own websites. Cell sources, protocols and what each price includes are different, so use the table as a starting point and compare what each quote actually covers.
| Where | Published price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Colombia (Stem Cell Medellin) | 25 million cells: USD 3,419 50 million cells: USD 4,749 100 million cells: USD 7,915 | This page (updated weekly) |
| Mexico (R3 Stem Cell, price list effective July 2026) | 25 million cells: USD 3,999 50 million cells: USD 5,499 100 million cells: USD 9,499 | r3stemcell.com |
| Panama (Stem Cell Institute) | From USD 26,900 for adults and USD 15,825 for children | cellmedicine.com |
| United States (knee) | USD 3,500 to 25,000 per knee, depending on cell source | orthorepair.com |
At the same number of cells, our published prices are lower than the Mexican price list above. What matters as much as the price is who treats you: at Stem Cell Medellin, the physician who reviews your case, Dr. Catalina Henao, is the one who plans the procedure and follows up with you after you fly home.
Does insurance or Medicare cover stem cell therapy?
Medicare covers stem cell transplantation only for specific conditions, mainly certain blood cancers and blood and immune disorders, under its national coverage determination for stem cell transplantation (CMS NCD 110.23). Regenerative stem cell injections for joint pain, back pain or anti-aging are not on that list.
Private insurers generally do not cover them either, because no stem cell product is FDA-approved for orthopedic or anti-aging uses (FDA consumer alert). Treatment in Colombia is paid out of pocket. If you plan to use HSA or FSA funds, ask your plan administrator before you travel: eligibility depends on your plan.
Why stem cell prices vary so much between clinics
- Number of cells. Doses range from a few million to hundreds of millions of cells, and price usually scales with the dose.
- Cell source. Bone marrow, fat (adipose) and umbilical cord cells are processed differently and are priced differently.
- Number of areas and applications. One joint is not the same as several, or as a series of applications.
- What is included. Physician evaluation, imaging, lab testing of the cells and follow-up are sometimes included and sometimes extra.
- Who treats you. A physician who reviews your case, performs the procedure and follows up with you is part of what you are paying for.
Before you compare quotes, ask every clinic for a written list of what the price covers. Our guide to stem cell therapy in Colombia includes a 10-point checklist for choosing a clinic.
Frequently asked questions
How much does stem cell therapy cost?
At Stem Cell Medellin, in Medellín, Colombia, stem cell therapy costs from about USD 2,375 for 10 million stem cells to USD 10,132 for 150 million stem cells. Prices are set in Colombian pesos (COP 7,500,000 to 32,000,000) and converted weekly with Colombia’s official exchange rate. In the United States, a single knee treatment typically costs USD 3,500 to 25,000.
How much does a stem cell knee injection cost?
At Stem Cell Medellin the price depends on the dose the physician recommends after reviewing your imaging: from about USD 2,375 (10 million stem cells) to USD 10,132 (150 million stem cells). US clinics publish USD 3,500 to 8,000 per knee for bone marrow treatments and USD 5,000 to 10,000 for fat-derived treatments.
Is stem cell therapy cheaper in Colombia than in the United States?
Usually yes. A 50 million cell dose at Stem Cell Medellin costs about USD 4,749, while US clinics publish USD 3,500 to 25,000 per knee. Flights and accommodation are separate.
Is stem cell therapy cheaper in Colombia or Mexico?
It depends on the clinic. At the same number of cells, Stem Cell Medellin’s prices (about USD 4,749 for 50 million cells and USD 7,915 for 100 million) are lower than the July 2026 price list of R3 Stem Cell in Mexico (USD 5,499 and USD 9,499). Compare what each price includes.
Does Medicare cover stem cell therapy?
Medicare covers stem cell transplantation only for specific conditions such as certain blood cancers and blood and immune disorders (CMS NCD 110.23). Regenerative stem cell injections for joint pain, back pain or anti-aging are not covered, and treatment abroad is paid out of pocket.
Why are your prices in Colombian pesos?
Because the clinic operates in Colombia. We convert them to US dollars every Monday (Tuesday when Monday is a public holiday) with the official exchange rate published by Colombia’s Financial Superintendency, rounded to whole dollars.
Are flights and hotel included?
No. Flights and accommodation are separate. Most patients plan five to seven days in Medellín for evaluation, procedure and follow-up.
Send us your case for a free review and receive a written quote before you travel.
Prices are for general information and may change. The exact dose and price are confirmed in writing after a physician evaluation. Results vary and are not guaranteed.
Coming from Canada
Canadian patients face a particular situation: what Health Canada allows, and what provincial plans do and do not cover, is explained in stem cell therapy rules and coverage for Canadians.
For the practical side — flights, timing and how many days to allow — see travelling from Canada to Medellín.
