India has the potential to become the medical tourism capital of the world because of the enviably potent combination of versatile English speaking populace, highly qualified medical professionals and diverse tourism options.

Increasing accreditation is helping draw more patients from abroad, however and most corporate hospitals are already in the process of upgrading and accreditation. Rating agencies like Crisil and the Indian Credit Rating Agency have graded a few hospitals for setting standards, but certification is also coming from international agencies like the Joint Commission on Accreditation of International Standards. While accreditation from an international body such as the Joint Commission International facilitates better response from Europe and the US, recognition from the National Health Services ensures international standards in terms of patient care, quality improvement and patient safety.