Do you have a lumbar puncture request from the doctor? The cost of lumbar puncture ranges from Php 5,000 to Php 9,000 and above. Depending on the doctor’s instructions, you may need to spend more if there are other related procedures like bacterial diagnosis.
Price in Hospitals
Makati Medical Center’s price starts at Php 5,000 so you may use this as a reference. We are yet to find other hospitals’ details. If you are going to use Philhealth, our data shows that you will be covered up to Php 7,000 subject for approval.
Are there any choices among public hospitals? In our research, public hospitals offer lumbar puncture starting at only Php 3,000.
Video About Lumbar Puncture
I found a price from Dr. Rafael S. Tumbokon Memorial Hospital that indicates a price of Php 600.
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Is it painful?
You may experience pain when the puncture is done. Ask your doctor whether anesthesia would be an option for your case.
How Much for Adults?
For older patients, you may be able to avail senior citizen discounts for the spinal tap procedure. Those with neurological problems may undergo a lumbar puncture especially if they involve certain infections. Ask your doctor how you can avail of the discounted price.
Child Patients
For younger patients, a lumbar puncture or spinal tap may be necessary per the doctor’s recommendation. Some other expenses may be required for procedures such as this. They may include but not limited to anesthesia, incubator facility and medication.
References: Johns Hopkins, Mayoclinic
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