Answered by SecondMedic Expert
Orthopedic Surgeon · Joint Replacement Surgery
The cost of knee replacement surgery in India varies based on numerous factors, such as the type of knee replacement and associated surgical techniques used, hospital facilities & infrastructure, reputation of the hospital/orthopedic surgeon performing the procedure, pre-surgery diagnosis or tests needed prior to undergoing the surgery, etc.
On an average, a total knee replacement (TKR) performed using conventional open surgical techniques would range anything between INR 1.25 - 2.5 lakhs in India while those done using minimally invasive technique may cost anywhere around INR 1.75 - 3 lakhs depending upon location and associated medical expenses.
In more advanced healthcare cities like Delhi/NCR region or Mumbai – where leading orthopedic surgeons undertake high quality treatments at specialised centers – a TKR can cost upwards of INR 3 lakhs due to higher infrastructure costs and equipment availability that are otherwise not available elsewhere in tier-I or even some tier-II locations across India.
Furthermore, robotic assisted partial knee replacements or complex cases involving multiple revision surgeries can come with significantly higher price tag (in excess of 5 lakhs). Hence it is highly recommended that patients consult their orthopedic doctors before proceeding for knee replacement surgeries as advised by them after thorough evaluation under their guidance only to avoid any unforeseen surprises later on due to disruptions or delays caused by inadequate preparation for any such major procedures beforehand!