Telangana Records Highest Hospitalisation Costs in India
HYDERABAD: Residents of Telangana spend more on hospitalisation than any other state in India. A survey by the Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation highlights the trend.
The report, part of the Household Social Consumption: Health survey, puts the average cost per hospitalisation in Telangana at ₹52,743. This is significantly higher than the national average of ₹37,858, as reported by TOI.
Private Hospitals Drive Rising Costs
Private hospitals account for the highest expenses. The average bill per admission stands at ₹72,561.
In comparison, public hospitals charge an average of ₹5,856 per case. Charitable institutions report an average cost of ₹46,849.
Rural vs Urban Spending Patterns
In rural Telangana, the average hospitalisation cost is ₹48,023. Patients in private hospitals spend around ₹66,757 per case. Public hospitals charge about ₹8,124, while charitable facilities cost ₹29,934.
Urban areas report even higher expenses. The average cost rises to ₹59,043 per hospitalisation. Private hospitals charge about ₹79,783 per case. Charitable hospitals show unusually high costs at ₹1,03,920. Public hospitals remain the most affordable at ₹2,384 per admission.
Experts Cite Corporate Healthcare Expansion
Health experts link the rise in costs to healthcare inflation and growing reliance on private hospitals.
Senior public health expert Dr Burri Ranga Reddy said corporate hospital networks are driving higher expenses across India, including Telangana.
“Healthcare inflation has risen at nearly twice the rate of general inflation,” he said. “Hospitalisation costs and insurance premiums continue to increase.”
He added that private equity-backed hospital chains are expanding aggressively. This expansion has pushed procedure costs and pricing higher.
Hyderabad’s Growth as Healthcare Hub
Public health expert Dr Kiran Madhala pointed to a shift towards corporate healthcare models in Hyderabad.
He said many hospitals now operate on venture capital-driven frameworks. These models tend to increase treatment costs.
“As Hyderabad grows as a healthcare hub, costs may rise further due to competition and technological expansion,” he said.
He stressed the need for mid-range hospitals that offer quality care at affordable prices.
Public Healthcare Gaps Add Pressure
The report also flags gaps in public healthcare infrastructure. Many facilities lack advanced treatment options. As a result, patients depend on expensive private hospitals.
Dr Ranga Reddy noted that nearly 10% of household loans in Telangana now go toward medical emergencies. This trend pushes families into financial stress and high-interest debt.
