Medcan Cost in 2026: What You Pay, and How a Checkup in China Compares
Dela
Medcan is a trademark of its owner. SinoCareLink is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Medcan.
Short answer: As of 2 November 2026, Medcan lists its Annual Health Assessment at C$4,250 plus tax on its website (medcan.com, checked 2 November 2026). A full body checkup package in China through SinoCareLink starts at US$399 (about C$557), plus your flights, accommodation and time away. The two are not like-for-like. Medcan is a single-day assessment in Toronto or Oakville with same-day results reviewed by a Medcan physician. A checkup in China is self-paid screening abroad, with a full English report in 2–3 weeks. This page sets out what each one publicly includes so you can decide which fits you.
Medcan details below come from Medcan's own public pages, each linked with the date we checked it. Prices change, so confirm current pricing directly with each provider.
What does Medcan cost?
From Medcan's public pages (checked 20 October 2026):
- Annual Health Assessment: C$4,250 plus tax. Medcan's FAQ says: "The cost of an Annual Health Assessment is $4250 plus tax." (source)
- Employer and partner rates. Medcan says some employers and partner organisations offer a preferred rate (source), so what you pay may be lower than the listed price.
- Health Spending Account. Medcan says the assessment "may be eligible for reimbursement through a Health Spending Account (HSA), depending on your plan's provisions" (source).
- Whole-body MRI. Medcan says it offers whole-body MRI "as an add-on to the Annual Health Assessment, rather than as a stand-alone service", through a third-party partner (source, checked 20 October 2026). Medcan does not list a price for this add-on on that page (checked 20 October 2026).
What Medcan says the assessment includes
According to Medcan (checked 20 October 2026):
- Up to 15 screening stations and testing for over 100 biomarkers.
- A physical examination and medical-history review with a Medcan physician.
- A single-day appointment in Toronto or Oakville, typically about 5 to 6 hours.
- Results reviewed with you before you leave, plus Medcan's "Health Score". Some additional tests ordered on the day may take several days.
Source: Medcan Annual Health Assessment.
What a full body checkup in China costs
SinoCareLink prices, in US dollars, checked against our live booking system on 2 November 2026:
| Package | Price (USD) | Approx. CAD* |
|---|---|---|
| Men's Essential | $399 | ~C$557 |
| Women's Essential | $499 | ~C$697 |
| Men's Premium | $599 | ~C$836 |
| Women's Premium | $699 | ~C$976 |
| MRI screening, 1.5T (Shenzhen), 4 / 7 / 9 regions | $399 / $649 / $899 | ~C$557 / C$906 / C$1,255 |
| MRI screening, 3.0T (Shenzhen), 4 / 7 / 10 regions | $599 / $899 / $1,299 | ~C$836 / C$1,255 / C$1,813 |
| English-speaking companion, half day (4 hours) | $50 with a checkup package | ~C$70 |
*CAD figures are approximate, using the Bank of Canada daily average rate of 1.3960 CAD per USD for 30 October 2026 (Bank of Canada). Our prices are set in US dollars; depending on your location, our store may show an approximate amount in Canadian dollars, and the exact amount is shown at checkout before you pay.
Not included in these prices: return flights to China, accommodation, local transport, travel insurance and time off work. These depend on where you fly from and when, so we don't estimate them here. Add them up before you compare totals.
Package contents: Essential covers liver and kidney function, blood lipids, blood sugar and a full abdominal ultrasound, among other baseline checks. Premium adds low-dose spiral CT, cardiac enzymes and an expanded tumour-marker panel. The low-dose chest CT in Premium uses X-rays (ionizing radiation). If you are or may be pregnant, tell us before booking. See the full body checkup package for city and date options.
Side by side: what's publicly listed
| Medcan Annual Health Assessment | Full body checkup in China (SinoCareLink) | |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | C$4,250 plus tax (medcan.com, 2 Nov 2026) | From US$399 (Men's Essential) to US$699 (Women's Premium) |
| Travel costs | None beyond getting to Toronto or Oakville | Flights, hotel and time away, not included |
| Where | Toronto or Oakville, Ontario | 10 cities in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Chongqing |
| Time on the day | About 5–6 hours (Medcan) | About 3 hours (Essential); 4–5 hours (larger packages) |
| Results | Reviewed with a Medcan physician before you leave (Medcan) | Preliminary results discussed on the day; full English report in 2–3 weeks |
| Scope | Up to 15 stations, 100+ biomarkers (Medcan) | Depends on package; see contents above |
| MRI | Whole-body MRI as an add-on via a third-party partner; no price listed on the page we checked | Multi-region MRI, scanned region by region: 4–9 regions on 1.5T from US$399, or 4–10 regions on 3.0T from US$599 (Shenzhen) |
| HSA | "May be eligible", per Medcan | Depends on your plan; check before you book |
| Follow-up | Medcan refers urgent issues; longer-term follow-up with your primary care provider (Medcan) | Take the report home to your family doctor |
Why this isn't a like-for-like comparison: the packages don't contain the same tests. Medcan's listed scope and ours are described differently, and we haven't matched them test by test. Medcan reviews your results with a physician on the day, in Canada. With us, you travel abroad and get the full report later. If same-day review and staying close to home matter most to you, those count in Medcan's favour.
Who each option may suit
- A local assessment may suit you if you want everything done in one day near home, results reviewed in person the same day, or you have an employer rate or HSA coverage that brings the cost down.
- A checkup in China may suit you if you're already planning a trip to China, you want a broad self-paid baseline at a lower package price, or you're interested in multi-region MRI screening with published prices.
Either way, a screening checkup supports your family doctor; it doesn't replace them.
About whole-body MRI
MRI is not suitable for everyone. Tell any provider if you have a pacemaker, cochlear implant, aneurysm clip, metal fragments in the eye or other implants, if you are or may be pregnant, or if you are claustrophobic. Screening scans often show incidental findings: usually harmless, but sometimes needing follow-up. A screening MRI is not a diagnosis, and a clear scan doesn't rule out every condition. Compare our 1.5T and 3.0T packages, or read our whole-body MRI cost guide.
If you're travelling from Canada
At the time of writing, Canadian passport holders can visit China visa-free for up to 30 days for business, tourism, family visits, exchanges or transit. Medical visits are not among the listed purposes, so confirm the right entry route with the Chinese embassy or consulate before you book. The scheme is time-limited and the rules can change; see our China visa guide for Canadians. We don't arrange visas.
For a full overview of planning a checkup from Canada, see our health checkup guide for Canadians.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Medcan cost?
Medcan lists its Annual Health Assessment at C$4,250 plus tax on its website (checked 2 November 2026). Some employers and partner organisations offer preferred rates. Confirm current pricing with Medcan.
Is the Medcan Annual Health Assessment covered by OHIP?
Medcan's page doesn't mention OHIP. It lists the assessment at $4,250 plus tax and says it may be eligible for reimbursement through a Health Spending Account, depending on your plan. Check with Medcan and your plan provider.
Is a checkup in China the same as a Medcan assessment?
No. The tests, setting and timing of results are different, and you'll need to travel. Compare what each includes and add your travel costs before deciding.
How much does a full body checkup in China cost?
SinoCareLink packages start at US$399 (Men's Essential) and go up to US$699 (Women's Premium), with MRI screening from US$399 (1.5T, 4 regions) in Shenzhen. Flights and accommodation are extra.
How long until I get results from a checkup in China?
Preliminary results are discussed on the day. The full English checkup report takes 2–3 weeks. For MRI, the translated report typically takes 2–3 weeks (about 1 week at the fastest) on the 1.5T package, and 1–3 weeks on the 3.0T package.
Get a free quote — written quote before you pay, no obligation.
Last reviewed: 20 October 2026. Third-party prices and policies are as published on the dates shown and may change.