Cost guide 2026
Spine treatment costs at a glance
These are usual ranges at partner hospitals in Pune. You get a written estimate after your consultation, before any treatment starts.
| Treatment | Approx. cost | Hospital stay |
|---|---|---|
| Microdiscectomy (slip disc surgery) | ₹1 lakh to ₹1.5 lakh | 1 to 2 days |
| Spinal fusion or fixation | ₹1.5 lakh to ₹2 lakh | 3 to 5 days |
| Endoscopic spine surgery | Shared after MRI review | Often 1 day |
| Cervical spine surgery (ACDF) | Shared after MRI review | 1 to 2 days |
| Vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty | Shared after MRI review | Often same day |
| Nerve root block or epidural | Shared after MRI review | Same day |
Final cost depends on the hospital, room type, implants and insurance. It is confirmed after examination.
What changes the cost
5 things that decide your bill
- Number of spine levels treated
- Type of implants (titanium screws, cages, artificial disc)
- Hospital and room category
- Days in hospital and any ICU stay
- Your health, tests and medicines needed
Save money the right way
Non-surgical care first
Most patients with slip disc, sciatica or neck pain get better with medicines, physiotherapy and nerve root blocks, which cost far less than surgery. Dr. Nitish suggests surgery only when it is really needed.
Pain relief without surgery →Questions patients ask
Spine surgery cost: your questions
Have a question about your own MRI? Send it on WhatsApp and the clinic will guide you.
Is spine surgery covered by health insurance?
Yes. Surgery for disc prolapse, spinal stenosis, spine fracture or spine infection is a medical need and is covered by most private, corporate and government-linked health insurance and TPA policies.
Why do spine surgery costs in Pune vary so much?
Costs change with the type of surgery, the number of levels, the implants and the hospital room. A simple microdiscectomy costs much less than a multi-level fusion.
What is the cost of L4 L5 spine surgery?
For a single-level L4 L5 slip disc, microdiscectomy usually costs about ₹1 lakh to ₹1.5 lakh. If fixation is needed, it is usually about ₹1.5 lakh to ₹2 lakh.
Can I avoid the cost of surgery?
Many patients can. Most spine problems get better with medicines, physiotherapy and nerve root blocks, which cost far less than surgery. Dr. Nitish always tries these first.
Your surgeon
Dr. Nitish Agarwal, Consultant Spine Surgeon
MBBS, Orthopaedics, Fellowship in Spine Surgery · MMC Reg. No. 2013103163 · 15+ years, 5000+ spine surgeries