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AICD Cost in India

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Starting from USD 14,000

The AICD Cost in India starts from about USD 14,000. It varies depending on the type of implant, the patient’s medical condition and history, comorbidities, if any, the choice of cardiac surgeon, the choice of medical facility, and the city where you choose to get the surgery done.
 
The cost quoted above is indicative and should not be taken as the final AICD Cost in India. The final cost can be ascertained after the cardiac surgeon in India has evaluated the patient physically. The cost in Indian Rupees can vary based on the exchange rate.

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Factors that Affect AICD Cost in India

  • Type of AICD

    A significant portion of the overall AICD cost in India arises from the type of implant used. There are different types of implants available which include s ingle chamber, dual chamber, biventricular, and subcutaneous implant. The doctor shall recommend the appropriate implant depending on your medical condition and requirements. IndiCure recommends you explore the options by consulting our expert Interventional Cardiologists.

  • Cardiologist’s Fees

    A significant component of an AICD cost in India is the heart surgeon’s fees. IndiCure recommends highly experienced, skilled, board-certified heart surgeons who can deliver excellent results. While the charges may vary based on the surgeon’s experience, you can be confident that you are in safe and capable hands when opting for affordable heart surgery in India with IndiCure Health Tours.

  • Your Choice of Surgical Facility

    Selecting an accredited medical facility with skilled and qualified medical staff is essential for the success of AICD procedure in India. Larger cities in India generally provide superior medical facilities and more experienced heart surgeons, leading to higher costs. IndiCure Health Tours recommends surgical facilities in these larger cities to prioritize quality of care and ensure safety of our overseas guests.

  • Surgery-Related Expenses

    The expenses related to AICD surgery include the pre- and post-surgical expenses. The amount of pre-surgical expenses depends on the age and medical condition of the patient and thus the number and type of investigations that may be required. The amount of post-surgical expenses depend on prescription medications and extent of follow-up consultations required.

 

We Customize AICD Cost in India Quote to Suit Your Preferences

At IndiCure Health Tours, we consolidate most of the expenses for your AICD cost in India to provide you with an inclusive and cost-effective package tailored to your budget and individual requirements. After receiving medical reports, your case manager will provide an estimated cost based on a discussion with the heart surgeon in India.

The final AICD cost in India can however be confirmed after your face-to-face consultation with the heart surgeon.

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Cardiac Procedures We Offer

Here is a compilation of the heart treatment options we provide in India.

  • Holter Monitoring
  • Alcohol Septal Ablation
  • AICD
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA)
  • Pacemaker Implantation
  • Cardiac Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • ASD Device Closure
  • Aortic Valve Replacement
  • ASD Treatment
  • VSD Treatment
  • Cardiac Tumor Surgery
  • EP Study
  • Balloon Valvuloplasty
  • Bentall Procedure
  • Cardiac Ablation
  • Minimally Invasive Heart Bypass
  • Valve Replacement Surgery
  • Pediatric Heart Surgery
  • Robotic Heart Surgery
  • Heart Transplant
  • LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device)
  • TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
  • Truncus Arteriosus Repair

Best cardiologist in India

Dr Aparna Jaswal

Interventional Cardiologist

MBBS, MD, DNB, Training, Cardiac Electrophysiology at St. Luke's Hospital in Milwaukee, USA

Delhi

Dr. Aparna Jaswal is a highly recognized Cardiologist in India, specializing in EPS & RFA of complex arrhythmias, AICD implantation, and biventricular pacing.

She joined Fortis Escorts Heart Institute & Research Centre in New Delhi in 1998, and has been an integral part of the Department of Cardiac Electrophysiology since then. Dr. Jaswal regularly performs electrophysiological studies and radio frequency catheter ablation for various cardiac arrhythmias. She has received training in Cardiac Electrophysiology at St. Luke’s Hospital in Milwaukee, USA, and holds the ‘Certified Cardiac Device Specialist’ certification from IBHRE, HRS.

Dr. Jaswal is involved in numerous research projects and actively participates in national and international research trials. She is frequently invited as a faculty member to various national and international symposia and workshops. Notably, she initiated the EP program in Mauritius in November 2010. She also received a Fellowship from Heart Rhythm Society, USA in 2011.

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Dr. T S Kler

Interventional Cardiologist

MBBS, MD, DM, Fellow of Royal College of Physicians (FRCP), UK and Fellow of American College of Cardiology (FACC)

Gurgaon

Dr. TS Kler is one of the most renowned names in the field of Cardiology in India. He was the first doctor in India to implant an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) and establish the first electrophysiology department in India. He is also the first doctor in South East Asia, to perform the first heart failure device (Biventricular Pacemaker) and Combo Device (ICD and Biventricular Pacemaker).

the first doctor in India to implant an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) and establish the first electrophysiology department in India.

He is known for performing more than 300 angioplasties, including stenting/atherectomy/rotablation, and around 2000 cardiac diagnostic angiograms every year. Complex Coronary Interventions and Angioplasty Using Advanced Techniques, Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology, Devices in Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, and Sudden Cardiac Death are some of his areas of interest.

In 2005, the President of India bestowed the PADMA BHUSHAN, India’s third highest civilian honor on him, for contribution in the area of medicine. He was Awarded the 2006 Lifetime Achievement Award for extraordinary contributions to clinical and preventive cardiology throughout the world.

South East Asia, to perform the first heart failure device (Biventricular Pacemaker) and Combo Device (ICD and Biventricular Pacemaker).

Dr. S.S. Bhattacharya

Cardiac Surgeon

MBBS, MS, MCh

Mumbai

Dr. S.S. Bhattacharya is a famous Cardiac Surgeon in India with more than 36 years of experience. He was involved in the development of several surgical devices, including the Arterial Retractor for Mitral Valve Replacement and the Internal Mammary Artery Retractor for the removal of bilateral Internal Mammary Arteries.

He has articles published in international and national peer-reviewed journals. He has given talks at conferences where he has shared his research findings.

He has successfully treated over 15,000 cases, many of which were complex cases. Dr. Bhattacharya was also honored with a memorial award for his pioneering work in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery.

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BLK Max Super Speciality Hospital

Location: New Delhi

Speciality: Multi-Superspeciality

Accreditation: Accreditation : Joint Commission International (JCI, USA), National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)

No. of Beds: Beds : 650

BL Kapur Memorial Hospital was one of the biggest standalone private hospitals in Delhi, NCR, now taken over by Max Group of hospitals. Established by late Dr. B L Kapur, an eminent Obstetrician, and Gynecologist on invitation by then Prime Minister of India, Mr. Jawahar Lal Nehru. The institute went on to become one of Delhi’s premier multi-specialty hospitals. BLK Max Hospital has consistently ranked among the Top 10 Multi Super Speciality Hospitals in India. Accredited by JCI, USA, the institute has 650 beds with dedicated 125 critical care beds and over 150 specialties making it one of the best hospitals in New Delhi and India. Equipped with the most advanced technology, BLK is well renowned for Bone Marrow Transplants and other highly specialized treatments like Heart transplant.

Aster RV Hospital, JP Nagar

Location: Bangalore

Speciality: Multi-Superspeciality

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No. of Beds: Beds : 250

Dr.Azad Moopen, a doctor and philanthropist, created Aster RV Hospital in 1987. It is a well-known hospital that offers health-care services in a variety of areas with focus on cardiac, brain, and gastro sciences. The hospital has branches in eight countries and is headquartered in Dubai. It has about 25 hospitals, 116 clinics, and 236 pharmacies.

What is AICD (Automatic Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator)?

The automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (AICD) is a device designed to monitor the heartbeat. This device can deliver an electrical impulse or shock to the heart when it senses a life-threatening change in the heart’s rhythm. Like a pacemaker, the AICD is small enough to be implanted under the skin in the upper chest.

The AICD system consists of:

  • A pulse generator that can send an electrical impulse or shock to the heart
  • Electrodes that sense the rhythm of the heart and deliver a shock to the heart muscle
  • Batteries designed to last four to five years and deliver about 100 shocks
  • A small computer chip that tells the AICD when to deliver a shock

Your doctor can also program the AICD to deliver a variety of sophisticated electrical therapies depending on the type of abnormal rhythm problem being treated.

 

When is AICD Needed?

The indications for an AICD are:

  • People whose heart suddenly stops
  • People who have had documented excessive rapid heartbeats (Ventricular Tachycardia)
  • Or patients who are at risk for the above rhythm problems due to:
    • A poor or inadequate blood flow to the heart
    • A severe heart attack (MI)
    • An enlarged heart (cardiomyopathy) or related conditions like congestive heart failure

 

What are the Different Types of AICDs?

AICDs are classified as:

  • Single chamber: These ICDs use a lead (wire) that is attached to the right ventricle to deliver energy.
  • Dual chamber: These ICDs use leads that are attached to the right atrium and the right ventricle.
  • Biventricular: This type of ICD has leads attached to the right atrium, the right ventricle, and the left ventricle. Biventricular ICDs can improve symptoms of heart failure in about two-thirds of patients who remain symptomatic while taking medication for heart failure.
  • Subcutaneous: These ICDs work by monitoring the heart rhythm through wires placed just under the skin above the heart. The advantage of a subcutaneous ICD (also called an “S-ICD”) is that there are no wires in the body’s circulatory system, so the risk of the most serious infections is decreased.

 

How is the AICD Procedure Done?

An intravenous (IV) line will be started in your arm. Your doctor will inject a local anesthetic to numb the site where the device will be placed. Typically, AICDs are implanted just under the collarbone, usually on the left side.

Step 1: Your doctor will make a small incision in the skin. From there, lead wires are passed through a vein to your heart and then tested to check their position in your heart.

Step 2: A little pocket is made under the skin for the pulse generator. It is about the size of a book of matches. The leads are connected to the pulse generator, and tested. Then your doctor will close the incision and program the device.

 

What is the Recovery After AICD Like?

Recovery after AICD implantation is rapid, but arm movement and activity restrictions are advised for the first few weeks. The hospital stay is short, a day or two after the surgery. Routine activities can be resumed in about two weeks.

 

What Results Can I Expect After AICD Implantation?

An AICD is designed to treat dangerously fast heart rates. It continuously monitors your heart and restores your heart to its normal heart rate. It’s like having an emergency response team with you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Questions you must ask

Here is a set of questions you should consider asking before commencing your medical journey for AICD procedure in India.

  • Is the cardiologist board certified?
  • How experienced is the doctor?
  • Which language does the surgeon speak?
  • Is the treatment done in a well-equipped facility?
  • What option is recommended for me?
  • What about the risks involved?
  • Does the surgeon use a certified anesthetist?
  • How long will the recovery period be?

Be ready to respond about:

Prepare to answer questions about your:

  • Medical history and exams
  • Previous surgeries
  • Current medication review
  • History of smoking, drugs, or alcohol