Hemodialysis Cost - Complete Guide to Pricing and Factors

Kidney failure makes daily life hard and needs close medical attention. Hemodialysis is a treatment that removes waste, toxins, and extra fluid from your blood when your kidneys no longer work well. Knowing about the procedure and its cost helps you and your family plan better for care.

At Medicover Hospitals, we offer safe, affordable, and expert-guided hemodialysis. Our nephrologists, dialysis nurses, and specialists care for each patient in a clean, comfortable environment.

What is Hemodialysis?

Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine and a filter called a dialyzer to clean your blood. It is needed for people whose kidneys do not work well, whether from chronic disease or injury.

Hemodialysis types include:

Intermittent: Most patients have sessions 2 or 3 times weekly.
Continuous: Used for critically ill people in intensive care.
Home Hemodialysis: Some can have treatment at home if the doctor approves.

The procedure:

Removes waste and extra fluids
Balances electrolytes in your blood
Helps control blood pressure
Improves energy and overall well-being

Key Takeaways

Parameter	Details
Name of Procedure	Hemodialysis
Procedure Type	Non-surgical, medical treatment
Anesthesia	Not required
Duration	3-hours per session
Frequency	2- times per week
Recovery Time	Resume daily activities after a few hours; ongoing monitoring needed

Benefits of Hemodialysis

Cleans the blood by removing toxins and fluid
Keeps electrolytes in balance
Lowers risk of problems from kidney failure
Helps you feel healthier and live better
Can be combined with medicines and lifestyle changes for best results

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Hemodialysis Cost in India

Hemodialysis cost can change depending on the hospital, type of dialysis, medicines, and extra tests. Medicover Hospitals always gives patients clear cost information.

Per Session: Rs. 2,000 - Rs. 5,000
Monthly (3 sessions/week): Rs. 24,000 - Rs. 60,000
Home Hemodialysis: Rs. 30,000 - Rs. 80,000 per month (varies by equipment required)

Cost includes:

Nephrologist visit
Dialysis machine and supplies
Medications (e.g., EPO, phosphate binders)
Pre- and post-dialysis tests
Nursing and technician services
Hospital stay or day-care, if needed
Follow-up visits and monitoring

City-wise Hemodialysis Costs

City	Average Cost (INR per session)
Hyderabad	Rs. 2,000 - Rs. 5,000
Bangalore	Rs. 2,500 - Rs. 5,500
Pune	Rs. 2,200 - Rs. 5,000
Navi Mumbai	Rs. 2,500 - Rs. 5,500
Vizag	Rs. 2,000 - Rs. 4,500

Disclaimer: Prices are estimates and may vary by hospital, type of dialysis, medicines, and your health condition.

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What Affects Hemodialysis Cost?

How often you need sessions
Type of treatment: standard, high-flux, or home dialysis
Hospital location and facilities
Cost of medicines and lab tests
Your overall health status and any other health problems

Is Hemodialysis Covered by Insurance?

Most health insurance plans do cover hemodialysis costs, including medicines and hospital fees. Medicover helps with insurance claims and guides patients on payment, reducing out-of-pocket expenses.