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.
Gallbladder problems can cause sudden pain, bloating, nausea, and a lot of worry, especially when surgery becomes necessary. Understanding the gallbladder stone surgery cost in Chennai can make it easier to plan treatment with less stress and more clarity. In Chennai, the cost typically ranges from INR 34,000 to INR 2,60,000 depending on the surgical technique, hospital category, and the complexity of the case.
At Unittas Hospital, we offer transparent, all-inclusive pricing across our Tambaram, Kelambakkam (OMR), and ECR branches, along with expert surgical care from specialists like Dr. Giridharan, who performs modern gallbladder treatment procedures using advanced techniques and equipment.
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
Gallstones (cholelithiasis) are hardened deposits of digestive fluid — primarily cholesterol or bilirubin — that form in the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small pear-shaped organ beneath the liver that stores bile. When gallstones block the bile ducts, they cause severe pain (biliary colic), nausea, vomiting, and potentially dangerous complications like cholecystitis, choledocholithiasis, cholangitis, or pancreatitis. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy — keyhole removal of the entire gallbladder — is the gold standard treatment.
| Procedure | Cost Range | Hospital Stay | Recovery | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (4-port) | ₹34,000 – ₹2,00,000 | Overnight – 2 days | 1–2 weeks | Standard technique; 4 small incisions; most common |
| Single-Incision Laparoscopic (SILS) | ₹50,000 – ₹2,60,000 | 1–2 days | 1–2 weeks | Single belly-button incision; better cosmesis |
| Open Cholecystectomy | ₹30,000 – ₹1,00,000 | 3–5 days | 3–6 weeks | When laparoscopic not feasible; severe inflammation |
| Laparoscopic + ERCP (CBD stones) | ₹60,000 – ₹3,00,000 | 2–4 days | 2–3 weeks | Gallstones also in common bile duct |
Costs are approximate Chennai market ranges. Actual pricing varies by hospital, surgeon, room type, and patient complexity.
| Hospital Category | Laparoscopic | Open |
|---|---|---|
| Government | ₹34,000 – ₹70,000 | ₹30,000 – ₹60,000 |
| Mid-Tier | ₹60,000 – ₹1,10,000 | ₹50,000 – ₹80,000 |
| Premium | ₹90,000 – ₹2,60,000 | ₹80,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| Aggregator | ₹45,000 – ₹75,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹65,000 |
Uncomplicated gallstones requiring routine laparoscopic cholecystectomy cost the least. Acute cholecystitis, empyema, or gangrenous gallbladder increase surgical complexity and cost by 20–40%. Mirizzi syndrome or bile duct injury can escalate costs dramatically.
If stones migrate into the common bile duct, ERCP is needed either before or after cholecystectomy, adding ₹25,000–₹50,000 to total cost. MRCP imaging costs ₹5,000–₹12,000.
Standard 4-port laparoscopic is most cost-effective. SILS costs 20–30% more for cosmetic advantage. Conversion from laparoscopic to open during surgery (happens in 5–10% of cases) may incur additional charges.
Mid-tier hospitals charge ₹60,000–₹1,10,000 for routine laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Premium hospitals charge ₹90,000–₹2,60,000 for the same procedure.
Gallbladder surgery is covered by all major health insurance providers. Emergency cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis is usually covered without a waiting period, while planned surgery is covered after the standard waiting period. Cashless treatment is available at network hospitals. Government schemes like CMCHIS and Ayushman Bharat also cover the procedure. At Unittas Hospital, our insurance desk 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, DNB, FMAS, FIAGES
Senior Consultant General & Laparoscopic Surgeon
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
Gallbladder surgery in Chennai costs ₹34,000–₹2,60,000. Standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy at mid-tier hospitals: ₹60,000–₹1,10,000. Premium hospitals: ₹90,000–₹2,60,000.
Yes. Covered by all major insurers. Cashless available. Emergency surgery has zero waiting period.
Medications can sometimes dissolve small cholesterol stones but take 6–24 months with only 50% success and high recurrence. Surgery remains the definitive cure. ERCP can remove CBD stones but not gallbladder stones.
5–7 days for laparoscopic. 3–4 weeks for open surgery. Most patients feel significantly better within 48 hours of laparoscopic surgery.
Initially, a low-fat diet for 2–4 weeks is recommended. Long-term, most patients eat normally. Some may experience temporary loose stools with fatty foods for 1–2 months.
ERCP procedure removes bile duct stones endoscopically, usually done before or after cholecystectomy. Adds ₹25,000–₹50,000 and 1 extra day to hospital stay.
Yes. Unittas Hospital offers 0% EMI for 3–24 months.
