I Never Thought Sinus Surgery Could Cost That Much in Noida

A friend of mine once joked that getting sinus surgery in India is like booking a flight — same destination, wildly different prices depending on the airline. When I started researching for a relative who needed functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) in Noida, I realized just how true that was.

The more I looked, the more confusing it got. Hospitals offered “packages,” but no two packages covered the same things. Some included diagnostics; others didn’t. And then there were balloon-based procedures with fancy names and even fancier price tags. It wasn’t until I came across the article from AskDocDoc (you can find it here: https://askdocdoc.com/articles/978-cost-of-sinus-surgery-in-noida
) that the cost structure finally made sense.

According to that breakdown, the cost of sinus surgery in Noida usually falls between ₹40,000 and ₹1,20,000. It’s a huge range, and every variable matters — from the surgeon’s experience to whether the hospital is mid-tier or premium. Even the diagnostic scans before surgery can swing the bill by thousands.

What really struck me is how much people are talking about it online. On X (https://x.com/1881713393369030656/status/1973787617062735970
), someone mentioned that the type of surgery—like balloon sinuplasty versus standard FESS—can singlehandedly change your total cost. Over on Threads (https://www.threads.com/@askdocdoc/post/DPUEjHiDv-5
), a user shared their experience getting three quotes from three different Noida clinics, all for the “same” surgery, with a 40% difference in pricing.

A Facebook post (https://www.facebook.com/122099392514743210/posts/122142259832743210
) from a patient was even more eye-opening. They were initially thrilled with an “affordable package,” only to find that post-op visits and nasal packing removal weren’t covered. Those “extra” visits ended up doubling their expected bill.

Meanwhile, a Pinterest pin (https://www.pinterest.com/pin/928445279439003074
) that went viral among Indian health-conscious users showed a simple infographic comparing Noida hospital costs by category — basic, mid-range, and premium setups. It made it clear that paying more sometimes buys peace of mind, not just luxury.

And if you’re into the behind-the-scenes business side, a LinkedIn post (https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:share:7379553386402263040
) by a healthcare consultant explained how more hospitals are shifting to “modular billing.” That means instead of one total cost, you’re billed separately for diagnostics, surgery, anesthesia, and stay. It sounds transparent, but it can be tricky if you don’t ask about every piece upfront.

From what I’ve learned, the smartest thing a patient can do is ask for an itemized estimate before committing. Don’t just compare total numbers; compare what’s included. One clinic might look cheaper but exclude scans, follow-ups, or consumables. Another might quote more but give you a true all-inclusive deal. Insurance coverage is also worth checking — some plans still don’t recognize balloon sinuplasty as a standard reimbursable procedure.

In short: sinus surgery in Noida can be life-changing, but the financial side deserves as much attention as the medical one. For anyone preparing for it, clarity can save both money and stress.

So, I’m curious — if you’ve gone through sinus surgery (in India or elsewhere), did your final cost match the initial quote? How transparent was the process for you? Let’s compare notes in the comments.