Stem Cell Therapy Cost in Tijuana, Mexico: What to Expect in 2026

Medically Reviewed by Dr. José Jiménez
Founder & Medical Director, Renovo Health & Beauty
Board-Elected Member, American Academy of Regenerative Medicine | 32+ Years of Medical Experience
Last Reviewed: September 2026.

At Renovo Health and Beauty in Tijuana, stem cell–only treatment generally costs $2,100 to $9,900 USD. Your quote depends on the condition being treated, how many areas are treated, the delivery method, the clinical setting the procedure requires, and whether your protocol pairs stem cells with complementary supportive therapies. Renovo issues a written quote only after Dr. José A. Jiménez reviews your medical history and imaging.

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Key Facts About Stem Cell Therapy Costs at Renovo

  • Price range: stem cell–only pricing generally ranges from $2,100 to $9,900 USD, quoted individually after medical review.
  • Payment model: Renovo operates on a self-pay model and does not bill U.S. health insurance.
  • Cells used: orthopedic and general protocols use umbilical cord–derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) from Wharton's jelly; neurological protocols use dental pulp stem cells (DPSCs).
  • Quality control: every batch is independently re-counted and viability-tested at Renovo before it is administered.
  • Licensing: Renovo operates under COFEPRIS Health License COFEPRIS-02-002-A.
  • Location: Central Toreo, Tijuana—roughly 8 to 15 minutes from the U.S. border, depending on traffic.

How Much Does Stem Cell Therapy Cost in Tijuana?

There is no single price for stem cell therapy because no two protocols are identical. A quote for one knee is built differently than a quote for a spine condition or a neurological protocol. That is why Renovo publishes a range rather than a menu: stem cell–only pricing generally ranges from $2,100 to $9,900 USD, and in general, the more complex the protocol, the higher it sits within that range.

Many patients receive stem cells as part of a broader plan. Renovo’s comprehensive protocols often combine stem cells with complementary supportive therapies intended to support recovery, and those additions can adjust the total package price. Your written quote separates the stem cell portion from any supportive therapies so you can see exactly what you are paying for.

If you are researching the cost of stem cell therapy in Mexico more broadly, keep in mind that clinic prices are not directly comparable unless you know what each quote includes: the cell source, the dose, how the cells are tested, the delivery method, and follow-up care. The sections below explain each factor.

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What Affects the Cost of Stem Cell Therapy?

Cost factor Why it changes your quote
Condition and goals Orthopedic, spine, and neurological protocols are designed differently, and Dr. Jiménez tailors each plan to your diagnosis and imaging.
Number of treatment areas Treating one knee is a different protocol than treating both knees and the lower back during the same visit.
Cell type and dose Orthopedic protocols use umbilical cord–derived MSCs, while neurological protocols use dental pulp stem cells. Dose is set case by case.
Delivery method Options include image-guided joint or targeted injections, intravenous (IV) infusion, and, for some protocols, intrathecal application.
Clinical setting All intrathecal applications and other higher-complexity procedures take place in Renovo's specialized Procedure Room. Some ultrasound-guided injections are performed in a standard examination room.
Supportive therapies Protocols may pair stem cells with therapies such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), IV therapy, or ozone therapy, which can adjust the total package.

Is a Higher Cell Count Worth Paying More For?

It is natural to assume that more cells mean better results, but the research does not support that assumption. In a 2024 phase I dose-escalation trial of umbilical cord MSCs for knee osteoarthritis, every dose was safe, yet patients who received the low and medium doses improved more than those who received the highest dose—and every high-dose patient had temporary injection-related swelling (Matas et al., Stem Cells Translational Medicine, 2024). That is one reason Renovo sets the dose for each patient rather than selling cell counts.

What Should a Stem Cell Therapy Quote Include?

Before you pay a deposit at any clinic, you should be able to see these items in writing:

  • Medical review: confirmation that a physician reviewed your history and imaging before recommending treatment.
  • Cell source and dose: the cell type, where it comes from, and how many cells your protocol uses.
  • Laboratory and testing details: where the cells were expanded and quality-tested, and whether the clinic re-checks cell count and viability when the cells arrive.
  • Delivery method and guidance: whether injections are guided by ultrasound or fluoroscopy, and where the procedure takes place.
  • Supportive therapies: any additional therapies included in the package, listed separately.
  • Follow-up plan: what follow-up is included after you return home.
  • What is not included: travel, lodging, and local transportation, unless the quote states otherwise.

Does Insurance Cover Stem Cell Therapy?

Renovo operates on a self-pay model and does not bill U.S. health insurance. Coverage for stem cell therapy is uncommon in the United States, in part because no stem cell product is FDA-approved for orthopedic, spine, or neurological conditions. The first FDA-approved mesenchymal stromal cell therapy, approved in December 2024, is indicated for a specific transplant complication in children (U.S. Food and Drug Administration).

If you want to check a specific policy, start with our guide to whether Blue Cross Blue Shield covers stem cell therapy, then confirm directly with your insurer.

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Is Stem Cell Therapy Safe? What the Research Shows

Safety data on mesenchymal stem cells is more mature than efficacy data. A 2020 systematic review of 55 randomized controlled trials involving 2,696 adults who received MSCs into the bloodstream found a higher rate of temporary fever, but no increase in infection, blood clots, death, or cancer (Thompson et al., EClinicalMedicine, 2020).

The size of the benefit is still being defined. For knee osteoarthritis, a 2025 Cochrane review of randomized trials concluded that stem cell injections may improve pain and function slightly compared with placebo injections, based on low-certainty evidence, and serious adverse events were reported infrequently (Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2025). Renovo shares both sides of this evidence with every candidate before a quote is finalized.

How to Compare Stem Cell Clinics in Tijuana Safely

Price should be the last thing you compare, not the first. A University of California San Diego study of regenerative medicine clinics marketing services in Tijuana found that 13 clinics claimed to be licensed, but only one matched available licensing information (Chavez et al., Stem Cell Research & Therapy, 2021). Use this checklist with any clinic you are considering:

  1. Ask for the clinic’s COFEPRIS health license number. Renovo’s is COFEPRIS-02-002-A.
  2. Ask where the cells come from, where they are expanded, and how each batch is tested.
  3. Ask whether cell count and viability are re-verified on-site before your treatment.
  4. Ask who performs the procedure and whether ultrasound or fluoroscopy guidance is used.
  5. Ask how candidates are screened—and whether the clinic ever declines patients.
  6. Be cautious of guaranteed results or precise success-rate percentages.
  7. Request an itemized quote in writing.

If you are comparing specific clinics, our guides to CPI Stem Cells reviews and R3 Stem Cell reviews walk through these questions in more detail.

Stem Cell Therapy Cost Guides by Condition

Every condition-specific protocol falls within the same stem cell–only range; what changes is how the protocol is designed. Learn more about stem cell therapy for:

Planning Your Visit to Renovo in Tijuana

Renovo is located in the Central Toreo building at Av. Santa María 2750, Suite 605, 6th floor, Fracc. Calete, Tijuana, Baja California 22044—roughly 8 to 15 minutes from the U.S. border, depending on traffic. Patients flying in can use San Diego International Airport or Tijuana International Airport, which connects to the U.S. side through the Cross Border Xpress (CBX). Bring a valid passport or passport card for re-entry into the United States. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Pacific Time).

Many patients from San Diego and Southern California drive or cross the border on foot and take a short ride to the clinic. For more on the travel experience, read why patients come to Mexico for medical care.

How to Get Your Personalized Stem Cell Therapy Quote

  1. Complete the Medical History & Imaging Questionnaire. Share your diagnosis, symptoms, prior treatments, and any X-rays or MRIs.
  2. Physician review. Dr. Jiménez reviews your information and determines whether you may be a candidate. Renovo declines or postpones treatment when contraindications—such as an active, uncontrolled infection or medical instability—would compromise safety.
  3. Receive your recommendation and written quote. You will see the recommended protocol, the stem cell portion, and any supportive therapies.
  4. Schedule your visit. Choose treatment dates that work with your travel plans.

Call (619) 407-7878, message us on WhatsApp, or request a free consultation to begin with the Medical History & Imaging Questionnaire.

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Who Oversees Your Treatment

Every protocol at Renovo is overseen by Dr. José A. Jiménez, Renovo’s Medical Director. Dr. Jiménez is a Medical Doctor and Surgeon who graduated from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) (Professional License No. 1568215) and a Specialist in Critical Care Medicine and Intensive Care (Specialty License No. 3444273), with advanced training in stem cell therapy, sports medicine, and musculoskeletal ultrasound. Renovo operates under COFEPRIS Health License COFEPRIS-02-002-A.

Frequently Asked Questions About Stem Cell Therapy Costs

At Renovo Health and Beauty, stem cell–only pricing generally ranges from $2,100 to $9,900 USD. Your exact price depends on the condition, the number of treatment areas, cell type and dose, delivery method, clinical setting, and any supportive therapies. A written quote is issued after Dr. Jiménez reviews your medical history and imaging.

Quotes differ because clinics use different cell sources, doses, laboratories, testing standards, delivery methods, and package inclusions. Two quotes are only comparable when you know what each one includes, so ask every clinic for an itemized quote in writing.

Renovo operates on a self-pay model and does not bill U.S. health insurance. Insurance coverage for stem cell therapy is uncommon in the United States, so contact your insurer directly if you have questions about your specific policy.

No stem cell product is FDA-approved for orthopedic, spine, or neurological conditions. The first FDA-approved mesenchymal stromal cell therapy, approved in December 2024, treats a specific transplant complication in children. Renovo provides care in Mexico under COFEPRIS Health License COFEPRIS-02-002-A.

Not necessarily. In a 2024 dose-escalation trial of umbilical cord MSCs for knee osteoarthritis, patients who received low and medium doses improved more than those who received the highest dose. Renovo sets each dose based on your condition and evaluation rather than selling cell counts.

Yes. Complete the Medical History & Imaging Questionnaire and share any imaging you have. After Dr. Jiménez reviews your information, you receive a treatment recommendation and a written quote before you book travel.

Travel, lodging, and local transportation are not part of the stem cell–only price unless your written quote states otherwise. Ask our team what your specific package includes before you book.