Thyroid Nodule Treatment Cost in Lucknow — RFA vs Surgery Compared
Cost is a legitimate factor in any healthcare decision. Here is a transparent breakdown of what thyroid nodule treatment costs in Lucknow in 2026.
RFA (Radiofrequency Ablation) — Cost Breakdown
| Component | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Pre-procedure ultrasound + FNAC biopsy | ₹3,000 – ₹8,000 |
| Thyroid function tests (T3, T4, TSH) | ₹600 – ₹1,200 |
| RFA procedure | ₹60,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Hospital (same day) | ₹8,000 – ₹15,000 |
| Follow-up ultrasound (1, 3, 6 months) | ₹3,000 – ₹6,000 |
| Total | ₹75,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
Surgery (Thyroidectomy) — The Real Long-Term Cost
| Component | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Surgery + hospital (2–3 days) | ₹80,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| Levothyroxine medication (lifetime) | ₹3,000 – ₹5,000/year |
| Annual blood tests (lifetime) | ₹2,000/year |
| Consultation fees (lifetime) | ₹3,000/year |
| 10-year total cost | ₹1,60,000 – ₹2,50,000+ |
RFA Wins on Long-Term Cost — and Quality of Life
RFA has a higher upfront cost per session compared to surgery in some cases. But the lifetime cost of daily medication, annual blood tests, and endocrinology follow-ups after thyroidectomy makes surgery more expensive over a decade. More importantly, RFA preserves the gland — meaning no lifelong hormone replacement dependency.
Insurance Coverage
Thyroid RFA is covered by most major health insurance plans when done for symptomatic benign nodules. CGHS and Ayushman Bharat cover thyroid ablation procedures at empanelled hospitals. Confirm with your insurer or call the Medanta billing team.
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