How much does a psychiatrist cost in Mumbai?

What affects the fee

Psychiatrist fees in Mumbai depend on several things. Knowing them makes it easier to compare options fairly.

• Experience and training of the psychiatrist
• Whether the visit is in a hospital, a private clinic or online
• First consultation or follow up: the first visit is usually longer because it includes a full assessment
• Any tests, medicines or therapy sessions that are needed separately

Fees at Dr. Holambe's practice

At Sun Multispeciality Hospital in Malad West, the first consultation with Dr. Abhijeet Holambe is ₹1,800 and each follow up is ₹1,500. Online consultations are available by appointment.

The first consultation is a detailed conversation about your concerns, health history, sleep, daily life and any medicines you take. Follow ups are used to review progress and adjust the plan.

Other costs to plan for

Medicines are bought separately and their cost depends on what is prescribed. Some people need blood tests or other investigations, and some benefit from therapy sessions with a psychologist. Your psychiatrist can explain which of these are actually needed for you, so you can plan.

How often you need follow ups depends on the condition and how you respond. Early in treatment visits may be every few weeks; once things are stable they are usually less frequent.

Does insurance cover psychiatric treatment?

The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 requires insurers in India to cover mental illness on the same basis as physical illness. What is covered still depends on your policy, especially for outpatient visits, so check with your insurer before your appointment.

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