Dextro-Transposition of The Great Arteries (D-TGA) cost in India

The average cost of D-TGA arterial switch operation (ASO) in India typically ranges from ₹3,50,000 to ₹7,00,000 (approx. $4,000 to $8,500), depending on the hospital, surgeon's expertise, and city. This includes hospitalization, surgery, ICU care, and standard post-operative support.

Several factors influence the total cost:

• Type of hospital (private, government, or charitable trust)
• City (metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai may cost more)
• Patient’s age and condition severity
• ICU duration and complications, if any
• Need for additional interventions (e.g., balloon atrial septostomy)
• Duration of hospital stay

Yes. India has several charitable or government-aided hospitals (e.g., AIIMS, Narayana Health, or Sri Sathya Sai Institute) where the cost can be significantly lower or subsidized, sometimes under ₹2,00,000 or even free, based on eligibility.

Yes, most private health insurance policies in India cover congenital heart defect surgeries like D-TGA, but it depends on the policy terms, waiting periods, and whether congenital conditions are included. For international patients, medical travel insurance may be needed.

A typical D-TGA surgery cost package may include:

• Pre-surgery diagnostics and imaging (e.g., echocardiogram, MRI)
• Surgeon and anesthetist fees
• Operation theatre charges
• ICU and hospital stay
• Medicines and disposables
• Limited follow-up consultations