ICD Implantation
Overview
A sophisticated implantable device that constantly monitors your heart and instantly corrects dangerous rhythms — like having a personal lifeguard inside your chest. Our partner hospitals deliver icd implantation using internationally recognised protocols, latest-generation equipment, and surgeons with extensive experience — many internationally trained. Cardiology procedures in Australia carry public-system waits of 60–180 days for non-urgent cases. Private gap payments commonly exceed AUD 2,000 even with insurance. Through Earth Abroad's partner network in India, the same icd implantation is available from $12,000 — at a fraction of Australian self-funded cost — in JCI-accredited facilities with care quality matching or exceeding Australian standards.
Cost Comparison by Country
| Country | Avg. Cost | Hospital Stay | Savings vs Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | AUD $12,000 - $18,000 | 3-5 days | Save ~71% |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | AUD $22,000 - $35,000 | 3-5 days | Save ~42-52% |
| 🇦🇺 Australia Self-Funded | AUD $42,000 - $63,000 | — | — |
Pricing indicative. Includes procedure, hospital accommodation, standard medications, nursing care, and post-procedure care. Flights, accommodation outside hospital, and travel insurance budgeted separately.
For Australian Patients: Cardiology procedures in Australia carry public-system waits of 60–180 days for non-urgent cases. Private gap payments commonly exceed AUD 2,000 even with insurance.
What's Included
- Pre-procedure consultation and diagnostic workup review
- All physician, anaesthesia and theatre fees
- Premium dual-chamber device (Medtronic, Abbott or Boston Scientific)
- Private room hospital accommodation for full duration of stay
- All standard medications and consumables in-hospital
- Specialist nursing care and post-operative monitoring
- In-hospital physiotherapy and rehabilitation sessions
- Airport transfers and local transport in destination city
- Dedicated Earth Abroad care coordinator throughout stay
- Medical visa invitation letter (for India)
- 90-day post-treatment remote support and follow-up
Partner Hospitals
Apollo Heart Centre Chennai
🇮🇳 Chennai, India · JCI Accredited · NABH Certified
India's highest-volume cardiac surgery centre. Robotic cardiac surgery available. 25,000+ cardiac procedures annually.
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute Delhi
🇮🇳 New Delhi, India · JCI Accredited · NABH Certified
Dedicated cardiac hospital with minimally invasive and TAVI specialists. 24/7 cardiac emergency centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Recommended Package
ICD Implantation + Recovery Programme
10-14 days
Gurgaon or Delhi, India
From AUD ~12,000
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