Balloon sinuplasty treatment cost in India

Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive procedure to treat chronic rhinosinusitis. Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a condition that occurs when symptoms of sinusitis last more than 12 weeks, even after antibiotics treatment. During the procedure, surgeons place a tiny balloon into the nose and dilate the sinus openings. There’s no need for another surgery or implant after balloon sinuplasty, as in most cases, the results are permanent.

Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive alternative to traditional sinus surgery. With balloon sinuplasty, doctors can forcefully widen blocked nasal passages and flush out or remove congestion with a saline solution. This procedure involves dilating the nasal sinus openings and making them easy to clean and drain out the debris.

Several factors are responsible for impacting the cost of balloon sinuplasty treatment. These factors include:

• The severity of the condition

A balloon sinuplasty’s final cost is determined by the patient’s age, health, and severity of the condition. A patient with nasal polyps or enlarged turbinates may have to bear a higher surgery cost than a patient who only requires sinus drainage.

• City and choice of hospital

The choice of treatment city and hospital plays an important role in determining the final cost of balloon sinuplasty. There is a huge difference in the surgery cost charged by private hospitals and government hospitals. Similarly, hospitals in metro cities charge higher treatment costs compared to hospitals in other cities. 

• Surgeon experience 

Surgeons who are more experienced generally charge more than those who are less experienced. 

• The additional cost of complications, if there are any. 

In case of complications during or after surgery, the surgeon may have to perform additional procedures. The cost of these procedures may also elevate the surgery cost. 

• Cost of diagnostic tests 

The surgeon may recommend some diagnostic tests to examine the patient’s condition. The cost of these tests is also added to the overall cost of the surgery. 

The cost of some diagnostic tests are as follows:

• X-ray: Rs. 250- Rs. 500
• Imaging tests: Rs. 1500 – Rs. 4000
• Swab test/tissue culture: Rs. 400- Rs. 1000

Generally, balloon sinuplasty treatment is covered under medical insurance, but all insurance providers have different terms and conditions. Therefore, you must obtain clarity on the insurance coverage for balloon sinuplasty from your insurance provider before undergoing this surgery.

You can also contact Pristyn Care’s insurance team to understand the insurance claim process, or to get clarity on the insurance coverage for this surgery.  We strive to make the patient’s treatment experience absolutely hassle-free by providing 100% insurance support.