Haemodialysis Cost: Australia vs India (2026)
95% lower in India
The reference price for haemodialysis is $26.33 in India and $545 in Australia, a difference of about $519.
Side-by-side prices
| Country | Price type | Published range (local) | Reference (local) | Reference in USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | National efficient price, public hospital (minor complexity) | A$776 – A$776 | A$776 | $545 |
| India | CGHS Tier I NABH package | ₹1,700 – ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | $26.33 |
Haemodialysis price detail: Australia
| AR-DRG | Admission type | Price weight | Price | In USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L61Z | Haemodialysis | 0.1046 | A$776 | $545 |
Haemodialysis price detail: India
| City tier | NABH hospital | Non-NABH hospital |
|---|---|---|
| Tier I | ₹2,500 | ₹2,125 |
| Tier II | ₹2,250 | ₹1,913 |
| Tier III | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 |
What each price includes
- Australia: National efficient price, public hospital (minor complexity). The whole public hospital admission: the operation, implant or device, nursing, medicines and an average length of stay for that type of admission. Public patients in Australian public hospitals pay nothing: the national efficient price is what governments use to fund the hospital.
- India: CGHS package rate (Tier I city, NABH hospital), covering the procedure and a fixed hospital stay. Implants are billed separately.
About haemodialysis
Haemodialysis filters waste and excess fluid from the blood with a machine when the kidneys can no longer do this themselves. People with kidney failure usually need haemodialysis about three times a week, with each session lasting around four hours. Because it is ongoing, the yearly cost matters more than the price of a single session.
Before travelling for treatment, also budget for flights, accommodation, recovery time and follow-up care, and check the hospital's accreditation and whether your insurance covers treatment abroad.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
- Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA). National Efficient Price Determination 2026–27 and price weight tables (NEP26 = A$7,418 per NWAU). www.ihacpa.gov.au/resources/national-efficient-price-determination-202. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. CGHS Rate List (revised rates, CGHS O.M. F.No.5-16/CGHS(HQ)/HEC/2024 dated 03.10.2025, effective 13.10.2025). cghs.mohfw.gov.in/AHIMSG5/hissso/cghsRateListLogin. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- European Central Bank. Euro foreign exchange reference rates (2026-10-23). www.ecb.europa.eu/stats/eurofxref/eurofxref-daily.xml. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
Important: These are published reference prices and estimates, not a quote, and not medical advice. Actual costs depend on the hospital, your health, the exact treatment and your insurance. Always confirm the price with the provider before treatment. Read our disclaimer · Report an error