Anal Fissure Surgery Cost - Get Price Estimate

1. Type of Hospital

The type of hospital you undergo surgery at has a high impact on the cost of the surgery. 

Anal fissure surgery cost at a  government hospital will be lower than at a private hospital, as the facilities and specialized care provided by a private hospital will be a lot more. You may further find a difference in the cost of the surgery within private medical establishments like multispecialty and super specialty hospitals.

2. Age and Health Condition of the Patient

Your overall health and age add to the fissure laser treatment cost as you are at more risk of complications arising from the surgery. In such an event, the doctor will have to mitigate the risks. However, the cost of hospitalization and length of stay will increase. As a result, there will be an increase in the final cost of surgery.

3. Diagnostic Tests

Usually, a physical exam is enough to diagnose an anal fissure but to rule out an underlying condition. These below mentioned tests are performed before the anal fissure surgery to help your doctor better understand your condition and add to the overall costs of the surgery.

Furthermore, your doctor may recommend the following tests:

• Anoscopy: a tubular device is inserted into the anus to examine the anal canal and rectum
• Flexible sigmoidoscopy: using a sigmoidoscope, the doctor examines the large intestine’s lower part.
• Colonoscopy: this examination helps inspect the entirety of the large intestine.

Depending on your requirement, the surgeon may treat the anal fissure through laser anal fissure surgery, open laser fissure surgery, or Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy (LIS). All three types of surgeries are successful options. However, their cost differs due to the technique used to perform the surgery, the equipment used, the surgeon’s expertise, the type of anesthesia administered, etc.

Anesthesia Type

The type of anesthesia administered will drive up the cost of anal fissure surgery. Local or spinal anesthesia is comparatively cheaper than general anesthesia. There is an added risk of complications regarding anesthesia, which may also drive up the surgery’s cost. 

Miscellaneous 

In addition to the abovementioned factors, additional expenses are associated with the treatment. These expenses include prescribed medications, travel costs for the treatment and surgery, food, etc. While these aspects may seem minor, they add to the treatment cost and may increase your expenses.

Laser anal fissure surgery is considered the most effective treatment for anal fissures. 

During this procedure, the patient is first administered general or local anesthesia. After that, once he is asleep, the surgeon uses a probe that emits laser radiation to heal the tears in the mucosa.

Laser anal fissure surgery and Open fissure surgery:

There are obvious advantages that come with laser surgery, due to which proctologists prefer it over other techniques.

• Improved Precision: Laser surgery imparts a higher level of precision as it targets smaller areas without damaging the surrounding tissues.
• Minimal Bleeding: There is minimal blood loss during laser surgery since the laser only targets a specific area.
• Day Care Surgery: Unlike traditional surgeries, laser surgery is a daycare surgery, i.e., you will be discharged the same day unless the doctor deems otherwise.
• Shorter Recovery Time: Since it is a minimally invasive procedure, the recovery time is much lesser. Additionally, there is reduced post-surgical pain.

The cost of laser treatment for anal fissure is generally covered under health insurance. The coverage includes multiple benefits, such as ambulance cost (if required), IPD and OPD consultation charges (against hospitalization), medications, ICU cost (in case critical care is prescribed), diagnostic and blood tests, and more. This will be dependent on the type of insurance policy you have.

It is essential to note that insurance benefits associated with fissure surgery are subject to the approval of the insurance provider and terms & conditions associated with the insurance policy. It is best to get in touch with your insurance provider to understand your policy better. 

The following are some insurance providers that cover fissure surgery in India:

• Star Health Insurance
• HDFC ERGO Health Insurance
• National Insurance Company Ltd.
• Bajaj Allianz
• Max Bupa Health Insurance
• Tata AIG Health Insurance

Pristyn Care is a new-age health care startup that strives to simplify the surgery experience and provide adequate care to our patients. We provide minimally invasive, USFDA-approved, medically advanced laser treatment for anal fissures. Our proctologists have over 8-10 years of experience diagnosing and treating anorectal diseases like anal fissures.  

From finding the right doctor, booking an appointment at the clinic, and getting a detailed diagnosis, to admission and discharge formalities and end-to-end insurance assistance –  we provide hassle-free support for you at every step. 

In addition to the above, we ensure your anal fissure laser treatment is facilitated in the following ways: 

Medical Care Coordinator: From booking an appointment with the right doctor to ensuring on-time admission and discharge –  our medical care coordinators assist and take care of everything  for you right from the first call. 

Flexible Payment System: We have a flexible payment system in place so that you can pay through cash, debit & credit cards, cheques, and health insurance. We also provide no-cost EMI to avoid paying lump sums for your anal fissure surgery. Depending on your convenience, you can avail of EMI tenures lasting 3 months, 6 months, and 9 months. 

Free Cab Service: Pristyn Care provides a hassle-free patient experience by providing cab service on your surgery day. No matter where you live, our cab will pick you up and drop you off free to make the commute easier. 

Post Surgery Consultation: The post-surgery consultation helps you better understand your recovery process and give your surgeon an insight into your progress. We provide free follow-up consultations to ensure a seamless recovery process. 

Contact us through our website or mobile application or call us to know more about the fissure surgery cost.