First Pain Medicine Visit Price in Mexico — 2026 Comparison
The first pain medicine (algología) visit is the initial consultation with a pain specialist, aimed at people suffering from persistent or hard-to-control discomfort. In this first encounter, the source of the pain is studied and next steps are planned.
What is it? It's a comprehensive evaluation of chronic or complex pain, with a detailed interview, examination, and review of prior studies or treatments.
When is it indicated? It's useful for pain that doesn't respond to usual management, such as persistent lower back pain, neuropathic pain, or cancer-related pain.
Which specialist performs it? It's led by the pain specialist (algólogo) and the anesthesiologist trained in pain management. It's best to have a professional evaluate your case and guide the alternatives. The cost varies depending on the city and the specialist.
Most Affordable Cities
| # | City | Average Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Campeche Campeche | $800 MXN |
| 2 | Aguascalientes Aguascalientes | $800 MXN |
| 3 | Ecatepec de Morelos México | $800 MXN |
| 4 | Monterrey Nuevo León | $900 MXN |
| 5 | San Luis Potosí San Luis Potosí | $900 MXN |
Most Expensive Cities
| # | City | Average Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Culiacán Sinaloa | $1,200 MXN |
| 2 | Gustavo A. Madero Ciudad de México | $1,400 MXN |
| 3 | Juárez Chihuahua | $1,500 MXN |
| 4 | Miguel Hidalgo Ciudad de México | $1,500 MXN |
| 5 | Chetumal Quintana Roo | $1,500 MXN |
All Cities
| City | Average Price | Providers |
|---|---|---|
| Campeche Campeche | $800 | 1 |
| Aguascalientes Aguascalientes | $800 | 1 |
| Ecatepec de Morelos México | $800 | 1 |
| Monterrey Nuevo León | $900 | 1 |
| San Luis Potosí San Luis Potosí | $900 | 1 |
| Mazatlan Sinaloa | $1,000 | 1 |
| Mexico City Ciudad de México | $1,000 | 2 |
| Chihuahua Chihuahua | $1,000 | 1 |
| Morelia Michoacán de Ocampo | $1,000 | 1 |
| Guadalajara Jalisco | $1,117 | 3 |
| Culiacán Sinaloa | $1,200 | 1 |
| Gustavo A. Madero Ciudad de México | $1,400 | 1 |
| Juárez Chihuahua | $1,500 | 1 |
| Miguel Hidalgo Ciudad de México | $1,500 | 1 |
| Chetumal Quintana Roo | $1,500 | 1 |
Before you book
- Every licensed doctor in Mexico holds a cédula profesional, a national licence number. It appears on our doctor profiles where we have it, and you can verify it yourself against the federal registry.
- Ask exactly what a quoted price covers. Consultation, imaging, anaesthesia, materials and follow-up visits are often quoted separately.
- Ask who handles follow-up once you are home, and what happens if something needs correcting. For treatment that spans several visits, agree the schedule before you travel.
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