Fontan Procedure Cost in India (2026)
For fontan procedure, under the CGHS rate list effective 13 October 2025 (semi-private ward). Tier I city at an NABH hospital: ₹2,74,000.
≈ $2,886 in Tier IOfficial CGHS name: Fontan Procedure.
The same fontan procedure costs 32% less at a non-NABH hospital in a Tier III city than at an NABH hospital in a Tier I city.
of the other 39 rates in Cardiac Surgery. The cheapest is Radio Ablation of Varicose Veins at ₹9,350.
What the Tier I NABH rate is worth in US dollars at today's reference rate. A useful anchor if you are comparing treatment abroad.
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Fontan Procedure: CGHS rate in every city tier
| City tier | NABH hospital | Non-NABH hospital | NABH in USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier I | ₹2,74,000 | ₹2,32,900 | $2,886 |
| Tier II | ₹2,46,600 | ₹2,09,610 | $2,597 |
| Tier III | ₹2,19,200 | ₹1,86,320 | $2,309 |
CGHS rate list effective 13 October 2025. USD at ECB rate of 23 October 2026.
Where fontan procedure sits among Cardiac Surgery rates
Position 34 of 40 by Tier I NABH rate. One of the pricier items in this specialty.
Other Cardiac Surgery rates near this price
| Procedure | Tier I NABH | Tier III non-NABH |
|---|---|---|
| CABG without bypass | ₹2,36,000 | ₹1,60,480 |
| Double Valve Replacement (DVR) | ₹2,36,000 | ₹1,60,480 |
| Thoraco Abdominal Aneurysm Repair | ₹2,36,000 | ₹1,60,480 |
| Bentall Repair with Biologic Valve | ₹2,36,000 | ₹1,60,480 |
| Coronary Artery Bypass Graft surgery (CABG) + Valve | ₹2,74,000 | ₹1,86,320 |
| Ascending Aorta Replacement | ₹2,74,000 | ₹1,86,320 |
| Aortic Arch Replacement | ₹2,74,000 | ₹1,86,320 |
| Aortic Dissection | ₹2,74,000 | ₹1,86,320 |
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Sources
- 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