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Dialysis Cost: Private vs Government Centres
How dialysis costs differ between private and government facilities.
Last updated: 24/9/2026
Private dialysis is generally more expensive than government or scheme-empanelled centres, which can be free or subsidised.
What to compare
- ✓Per-session cost
- ✓Empanelment with your insurance or scheme
- ✓Travel distance and schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Is government dialysis free?
For eligible patients under schemes like Ayushman Bharat and PMNDP, it can be free or heavily subsidised.
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