Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Chennai

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Procedure Type

Surgical

Common/ Other Name of surgery

Knee Arthroplasty

Procedure Duration

1.5-2 hours

Hospital Days

4-5 days

Anesthesia

General/Regional

Knee Replacement Surgery Cost Estimate

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200K+

Happy Patients

60K+

Surgeries

800+

Hospitals

400+

Doctors

45+

Cities

150+

Clinics

200K+

Happy Patients

60K+

Surgeries

800+

Hospitals

400+

Doctors

45+

Cities

150+

Clinics

Procedure Type

Surgical

Common/ Other Name of surgery

Knee Arthroplasty

Procedure Duration

1.5-2 hours

Hospital Days

4-5 days

Anesthesia

General/Regional

Knee Replacement Cost: Inclusions and Exclusions

Cost Aspect	Included	Excluded
Pre-surgery Consultations	Knee replacement-related consultations	Consultations for other conditions
Diagnostic Tests	Essential tests for knee replacement	Tests for unrelated medical issues
Hospitalization Charges	Room and basic hospitalization	Extended stay beyond treatment plan
Surgical Fees	Surgeon, anesthesiologist, and necessary medical staff fees	Specialized surgeons’ fees
Post-surgery Follow-up	Follow-up visits within the specified timeframe	Additional follow-ups beyond specified period
Implants or Prosthetics	Standard prosthetic knee implant	Any specialized implants not typically covered

Cost Of Different Types Of Knee Replacement in Chennai

Type of treatment	Average Cost	Minimum Cost	Maximum Cost
Total Knee Replacement (TKR)	Rs.2,80,000	Rs. 3,01,000	Rs 3,22,000
Partial Knee Replacement (PKR)	Rs. 1,50,000	Rs. 3,00,000	Rs. 5,00,000
Kneecap Replacement (Patellofemoral Replacement)	Rs.1,00,000	Rs. 2,50,000	Rs. 4,00,000
Revision Knee Replacement	Rs.3,00,000	Rs. 5,00,000	Rs.8,00,000
Bilateral Knee Replacement	Rs.3,50,000	Rs. 6,00,000	Rs.10,00,000

Cost of diagnostic tests required before knee replacement surgery

In addition to a thorough physical examination, other diagnostic and imaging tests are necessary before a knee replacement to find the extent of joint degeneration and determine what kind of surgery and implant the patient needs. Some common diagnostic tests required before knee replacement surgery are:

Electrocardiography (EKG): Rs. 300- Rs. 900
Urinalysis: Rs. 250 - Rs. 500
CBC Blood Test: Rs. 250 - Rs. 500
Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP): Rs. 300 - Rs. 1000
Albumin (Blood) Test: Rs 200 - Rs 300
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Test: Rs. 150- Rs. 200
Prothrombin Time Test (PT): Rs. 150- Rs. 200
X-rays: Rs. 250- Rs. 450
MRI: Rs. 1500- Rs. 2500
CT scan: Rs. 1000- Rs. 1500

Benefits of the knee replacement surgery

Knee replacement surgery is a boon to most patients as it provides them with improved joint motion and strength, especially after a long period of pain and immobility. Some other benefits of knee replacement are:

Recovery of joint motion within a few weeks
Long-term pain relief from degenerative joint conditions
Easier to perform everyday activities without any help
Minimal cuts and scarring
Decreases patients’ reliance on painkillers, etc.
Easier to exercise and improve metabolic health after the surgery

Why choose Pristyn Care for cost-effective knee replacement surgery in Chennai?

If you are thinking of getting knee replacement surgery, you should book an appointment with expert orthopedic surgeons at Pristyn Care. At Pristyn Care, you can avail, in addition to arthroscopic/minimally invasive knee replacement surgery, other benefits like:

Minimally invasive surgery that requires small cuts
Free pre and post-operative consultations with expert joint replacement specialists
Dedicated care coordinator that handles treatment documentation, including hospital admission and insurance provision
Complimentary physiotherapy support after the surgery to ensure postsurgical recovery
Complete insurance support
Cab facility for pickup and dropoff before and after the surgery
No-cost EMI payment plans
Meal facility during hospital admission
Different modes of payment, such as cash, online/UPI payments, etc.

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Knee Replacement Surgery Cost Break-Up

Expense	Minimum Cost (Rs.)	Avg Cost (Rs.)	Maximum Cost (Rs.)
Surgeon's Fee	50,000	75,000	150,000
Anesthesia Fee	20,000	35,000	50,000
Implant Cost	100,000	35,000	120,000
Hospital Room Charges	15,000	22500	30,000
Operation Theatre Charges	50,000	75,000	1,00,000
Medications and Consumables	20,000	30,000	40,000
Diagnostic Tests (if required)	10,000	15,000	20,000
Physiotherapy (post surgery)	30,000	45,000	60,000
Miscellaneous Expenses	10,000	15,000	20,000
Total	195,000	392,500	470,000

Pristyn Care vs Others

Benefits	Pristyn Care	Others

Free Follow-up Consultation
24x7 Care Coordinator
No Cost EMI
Pickup & Drop Services
Hospital Duration	Short	Long
Minimum Paper Work

Why Pristyn Care?

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Pristyn Care provides consultation for 50+ diseases and treatments such as Piles, Hernia, Kidney Stones, Cataract, Gynecomastia, Abortion, IVF, etc. across 45+ major cities in India.

Medical Expertise With Technology

Our surgeons spend a lot of time with you to diagnose your condition. You are assisted in all pre-surgery medical diagnostics. We offer advanced laser and laparoscopic surgical treatment. Our procedures are USFDA approved.

Assisted Surgery Experience

A dedicated Care Coordinator assists you throughout the surgery journey from insurance paperwork, to free commute from home to hospital & back and admission-discharge process at the hospital.

Post Surgery Care

We offer free follow-up consultations and instructions including dietary tips as well as exercises to every patient to ensure they have a smooth recovery to their daily routines.

FAQs around Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Chennai

What are the different types of knee implants?

Based on the type of implant material and their combinations, there are 4 main types of knee implants – metal on plastic, ceramic on plastic, ceramic on ceramic, and metal on metal. Metal on plastic implants are the most commonly used implants, however, your orthopedic surgeon will assess your condition and suggest the best implant for you.

What factors should I consider when choosing a hospital for knee replacement surgery?

When looking for a hospital for knee replacement in Chennai you should consider the following –

Patient reviews
Referrals from friends and family members
Advancement in hospital infrastructure
Insurance assistance/cost of the overall treatment
Surgeon’s experience
Physiotherapy department advancement, etc.

How long will I need physiotherapy after knee replacement?

Physiotherapy after knee replacement can last from 1-6 months, but it usually depends on the amount of joint function the patient needs, their lifestyle, etc. Generally, full recovery from the surgery lasts a few months, especially in athletes, but in general, most patients are able to recover joint movement to perform everyday activities within 3-4 weeks.

How long will a knee implant last?

Most knee iplants easily last for 15-20 years without any wearing or degeneration, that’s why it’s considered a once-in-a-lifetime treatment. Generally, only patients who had a knee replacement at a very young age require re-surgery.

What percentage of knee replacement surgeries are successful?

According to some research studies, over 90% of knee replacement surgeries have a successful outcome over a 10-year period, and about 80% of knee surgeries have successful knee function outcomes over a period of 20 years.

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