Pacemaker Implantation Cost in India (2026): Government CGHS Rates
For pacemaker implantation under the CGHS rates revised from 13 October 2025 (semi-private ward). Tier I city, NABH hospital: ₹35,200. Implant billed separately: CGHS caps the single chamber cardiac pacemaker without rate response at ₹34,840 (plus GST), for a Tier I NABH total of about ₹70,040.
≈ $371 in Tier IA pacemaker is a small battery-powered device placed under the skin of the chest that keeps the heart beating at a safe rate.
The same pacemaker implantation 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 42 rates in Cardiology. The most expensive is TAVI / TAVR Implant (cost of implant only) at ₹12,84,000.
CGHS ceiling price for the single chamber cardiac pacemaker without rate response (plus GST), billed on top of the package.
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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Pacemaker Implantation CGHS rate by city tier and hospital type
CGHS sets one national rate list. Rates in Tier II cities are 10% lower and in Tier III cities 20% lower than in Tier I cities, and rates for hospitals without NABH accreditation are 15% lower. For pacemaker implantation, the highest standard CGHS rate is 47% above the lowest.
| City tier | NABH-accredited hospital | Non-NABH hospital | NABH rate in USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier I | ₹35,200 | ₹29,920 | $371 |
| Tier II | ₹31,680 | ₹26,928 | $334 |
| Tier III | ₹28,160 | ₹23,936 | $297 |
CGHS code CP006: Permanent pacemaker implantation - single chamber, excluding cost of pacemaker. Semi-private ward. Super-speciality hospitals are paid 15% more than the NABH rate (Tier I: about ₹40,480, calculated with the CGHS rule). USD conversion at the ECB reference rate of 23 October 2026.
General, semi-private and private ward
The published CGHS rates are for a semi-private ward. CGHS rules reduce the rate by 5% for a general ward and increase it by 5% for a private ward (procedures done as day care cost the same in every ward). For a Tier I NABH hospital admitted as an in-patient, that gives:
| Ward type | Pacemaker Implantation (Tier I, NABH) |
|---|---|
| General ward (−5%) | ₹33,440 |
| Semi-private ward (published rate) | ₹35,200 |
| Private ward (+5%) | ₹36,960 |
General and private ward amounts are calculated with the ward rules in the CGHS office memorandum dated 3 October 2025.
Implant and device costs
The CGHS package for pacemaker implantation does not include the implant or device. CGHS publishes separate ceiling prices for these:
| Implant or device | CGHS ceiling price |
|---|---|
| Single Chamber Cardiac Pacemaker without rate response | ₹34,840 (plus GST) |
| Dual Chamber Cardiac Pacemaker | ₹83,200 (plus GST) |
What the CGHS package includes
A CGHS package normally covers the procedure, the hospital stay for a fixed number of days, routine medicines, consumables and doctor fees during the stay. The fixed stay is up to 12 days for super-speciality treatment, up to 7 days for other major surgery, and up to 3 days for laparoscopic surgery and elective angioplasty. Longer stays, implants and some investigations are charged separately.
Who can use these rates: CGHS rates apply to CGHS beneficiaries (mainly central government employees, pensioners and their families) at empanelled hospitals. Other patients at private hospitals usually pay the hospital's own price, which is often higher.
Where permanent pacemaker implantation (PPI)- single chamber sits among Cardiology rates
Position 21 of 43 by Tier I NABH rate. Around the middle of this specialty.
Other Cardiology rates near this price
| Procedure | Tier I NABH | Tier III non-NABH |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary Pacemaker Implantation | ₹21,120 | ₹14,362 |
| Balloon Septostomy | ₹33,000 | ₹22,440 |
| Cost of Fractional flow reserve | ₹33,000 | ₹33,000 |
| Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) | ₹35,000 | ₹23,800 |
| Permanent pacemaker implantation- Dual Chamber | ₹47,300 | ₹32,164 |
| Peripheral Angioplasty without Vascular… | ₹53,000 | ₹36,040 |
| Permanent pacemaker implantation (PPI)- Biventricular | ₹54,588 | ₹37,120 |
| Automatic implantable cardioverter (CP009) | ₹55,000 | ₹37,400 |
What else costs about ₹35,200?
Items from other specialties with a CGHS Tier I NABH rate within 25% of this one.
- Right HemicolectomyGeneral and GI Surgery₹35,200
- Sub-Total mandibulectomy with graftDental₹35,000
- Trabeculectomy with Trabeculotomy- Both EyesEye (Ophthalmology)₹35,000
- TympanoplastyENT (Ear, Nose and Throat)₹35,000
- Colonic manometryGastroenterology₹35,000
- Omphalocele 1st Stage (Hernia Repair)Paediatric Surgery₹35,000
What the CGHS package for pacemaker implantation usually covers
- The procedure and operation theatre
- Hospital stay up to the CGHS package limit
- Routine medicines and consumables during the stay
- Doctor, surgeon and anaesthetist fees during the stay
- The implant or device (billed separately)
- Days beyond the package stay limit
- Some extra investigations
- Ward upgrades above your entitlement
CGHS package stay limits: up to 12 days for super-speciality treatment, 7 days for other major surgery, 3 days for laparoscopic surgery and elective angioplasty, and 1 day for day care.
Questions to ask the hospital
What is the all-inclusive price for pacemaker implantation?
How many days are included, and what happens if I stay longer?
Is the hospital NABH-accredited and CGHS-empanelled?
Which implant or device brand will you use, and what does it cost?
Will my insurance or scheme cover this?
Pacemaker Implantation cost in other countries
Reference prices converted to US dollars. Each country publishes a different kind of price (government package rate, insurer payment, national hospital price or actual bills), so treat the comparison as a guide.
| Country | Price type | Reference (local) | Reference in USD | vs India | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | CGHS Tier I NABH package + device ceiling price | ₹70,040 | $738 | ||
| United Kingdom | NHS national unit price (fewest other health problems) | £2,334 | $3,120 | +323% | Compare |
| Australia | National efficient price, public hospital (minor complexity) | A$17,425 | $12,237 | +1559% | Compare |
About pacemaker implantation
The procedure is usually done under local anaesthesia and takes about one hour. The device itself is often the largest part of the cost, and single-chamber, dual-chamber and biventricular devices are priced very differently.
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Frequently asked questions
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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
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