Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Loja?

"The cost of average minor surgery is about $1500-$2000, The office visit range from $25 - $40. I have private insurance that has large network of providers with most private hospitals. Four hospitals are in the network in the city near me. I chose my insurance based on price and positive reviews from people who have used it," remarked another expat who made the move to Loja, Ecuador.