The large scope of potential global public health threats is recognized in the revised International Health Regulations (IHR [2005])3 with its all-hazards approach to assessing serious public health threats.
How much is it? On average, a high-quality peridot stone can cost anywhere from $50 to $200+ per carat. Larger peridots that are exported from foreign countries can cost as much as $500+ per carat. Generally, stones mined from Burma, Pakistan and Arizona can command the highest prices.
Fragmenting a kidney stone using ESWL typically costs about $10,700-$16,700 or more. At Baptist Memorial Health Care, in Memphis, ESWL costs about $9,870 not including the doctor fee. According to NewChoiceHealth.com , the national average cost for ESWL is $17,400 -- with range from $8,300 to $35,800.