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Dialysis Cost: Private vs Government Centres
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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.
Sources
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Educational only. This guide is general kidney-care information, not individual medical advice.