UNITTAS – meaning "United" in Spanish. Our hospital is conceived by the united efforts and collective participation of senior, well experienced medical professionals and professionals from other service sectors.
UNITTAS – meaning "United" in Spanish. Our hospital is conceived by the united efforts and collective participation of senior, well experienced medical professionals and professionals from other service sectors.
Circumcision is a common procedure, but it is natural to have questions about comfort, recovery, and cost. Understanding the circumcision cost in Chennai can help you plan with more clarity. In Chennai, the cost usually ranges from INR 8,000 to INR 60,000 depending on the technique, hospital, and complexity.
At Unittas Hospital, we offer transparent pricing across our Tambaram, Kelambakkam (OMR), and ECR branches, along with expert care from Dr. Neelakandan, Senior Consultant Urologist.
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs. Packages include consultation, tests, surgery, stay, medications, and first follow-up.
📞 044-4012-4012Available at Tambaram | Kelambakkam (OMR) | ECR
Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin (prepuce) covering the head (glans) of the penis. Medically indicated for phimosis (tight foreskin that cannot retract), recurrent balanitis (glans infection), paraphimosis (trapped retracted foreskin), and recurrent urinary tract infections. Multiple techniques exist with varying cost, recovery, and cosmetic outcomes.
| Procedure | Cost | Stay | Recovery | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open/Conventional | ₹8,000–₹25,000 | Daycare | 7–14 days | Budget option; widely available |
| Laser Circumcision | ₹15,000–₹41,000 | Daycare | 5–10 days | Less bleeding; precise cutting; faster healing |
| ZSR Stapler | ₹25,000–₹60,000 | Daycare | 5–7 days | Quickest procedure (5–10 min); consistent cosmetic result |
| Plastibell/Shang Ring | ₹10,000–₹20,000 | Outpatient | 7–10 days | Device-assisted; suitable for children and adults |
Approximate Chennai market ranges. Actual pricing varies by hospital and complexity.
| Hospital | Conventional/Laser | ZSR Stapler |
|---|---|---|
| Government | ₹8,000–₹15,000 | ₹15,000–₹26,000 |
| Mid-Tier | ₹15,000–₹25,000 | ₹26,000–₹40,000 |
| Premium | ₹20,000–₹35,000 | ₹35,000–₹60,000 |
Open is cheapest but has more bleeding and longer healing. Laser offers precision with moderate premium. ZSR stapler is fastest (5–10 minutes) and gives the most uniform cosmetic result but costs 2–3x conventional due to disposable devices (₹8,000–₹15,000).
Insurance covers only medically indicated circumcision (phimosis, balanitis, recurrent infections). Non-medical circumcision is out-of-pocket.
Adult circumcision is more complex than paediatric and costs more. Adults need spinal/local anesthesia; children may use local with sedation.
Local anesthesia: ₹1,000–₹3,000. Spinal: ₹5,000–₹8,000. General (for children): ₹8,000–₹12,000.
Circumcision is covered by insurance ONLY when medically necessary (phimosis, balanitis, paraphimosis, recurrent UTI). Documentation from urologist is required. Religious/cosmetic circumcision is not covered. At Unittas Hospital, our team assists with cashless pre-authorisation and TPA coordination.
Unittas Hospital offers flexible EMI with 0% interest for select tenures over 3 to 24 months, with quick processing and minimal documentation.
MBBS, MS AIIMS, MCh Urology
Senior Consultant Urologist
Available at Tambaram, Kelambakkam (OMR), and ECR branches.
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs. Packages include consultation, tests, surgery, stay, medications, and first follow-up.
📞 044-4012-4012Available at Tambaram | Kelambakkam (OMR) | ECR
The cost usually ranges from ₹8,000 to ₹60,000. Conventional: ₹8,000–₹25,000. Laser: ₹15,000–₹41,000. ZSR stapler: ₹25,000–₹60,000.
Laser involves less bleeding and slightly faster healing. However, cosmetic results can be equally good with conventional when done by an experienced surgeon. ZSR stapler offers the most uniform cosmetic outcome.
Only when medically necessary (phimosis, balanitis). Not covered for religious or cosmetic reasons.
5 to 14 days depending on technique. Most patients return to desk work within 2–3 days. Sexual activity usually advised after 4–6 weeks.
Circumcision is performed under anesthesia, so there is no pain during the procedure. Mild discomfort is common for 2–3 days after and is manageable with prescribed medicines.
Yes, 0% EMI is available at Unittas Hospital.
