Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment Cost in Chennai

Being a patient;centric healthcare provider, Pristyn Care ensures that our patients get optimal care at best prices. We provide comprehensive care and services that are beneficial for the patients and also make the treatment more affordable. The services include-

• Free initial consultations from the best ophthalmologists in Chennai.
• Advanced techniques to deliver best results.
• Free commute on the day of surgery to and from the hospital.
• Multiple payment modes, including cash, cheques, credit cards, debit cards, insurance, etc.
• Assistance with insurance paperwork and claim process.
• No-Cost EMI service to pay the expense in easy installments.
• Free post-surgery follow-up consultations.

The cost of different methods used for diabetic retinopathy treatment is given below-

• Eye injections- Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 45,000
• Laser treatment- Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 50,000
• Vitrectomy or Vitreoretinal surgery- Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 80,000

Yes, diabetic retinopathy is a very serious condition that can lead to blindness. Thus, the treatment is covered by all health insurance plans under the base policy. The amount of coverage that can be claimed may vary depending on the sum insured and other clauses. To learn more about the terms and conditions, it is advised to talk to the insurance provider.

Yes, diabetic retinopathy is usually bilateral and symmetric. Thus, the surgery is performed on both eyes at the same time.

The success rate of diabetic retinopathy treatment varies significantly. In terms of visual improvement in people who had vitreous hemorrhage, the success rate is above 90%. However, if the patient has tractional or rhegmatogenous retinal detachment or both, the success rate will vary from 30% to 60%.