Complete Pricing & Packages Guide for Hospital Companion Services in Delhi NCR (2026)

How Much Does a Hospital Companion Cost?

Hospital companion service pricing in Delhi NCR is transparent and service-based. The cost depends on the type of service, duration, and whether it's a one-time visit or recurring package. There are no hidden charges — the quoted price is the final price.

All prices listed in this guide are indicative ranges based on standard market rates in Delhi NCR for 2026. Actual pricing may vary by service provider, hospital, and specific requirements. Always confirm the full price before booking.

To compare services on pricing transparency and 7 other criteria, see our hospital companion service comparison checklist.

What Are the Per-Hour Service Rates?

Most OPD visits last 3-5 hours, so a typical OPD companion visit at ₹349/hour costs ₹900-1,500. Government hospital visits with the Priority Queue Assistance flat fee cost ₹999 plus the companion's hourly rate if additional stay is needed.

What Are the Flat-Fee Services?

Some services are priced as a flat fee regardless of duration:

The document collection service covers all types of hospital document retrieval — MRD records, biopsy blocks and slides, discharge summaries, insurance claim documents, and MRI/CT scan CDs — under a single flat day rate regardless of how many departments or hospitals are involved.

What Recurring Packages Are Available?

For ongoing treatments, recurring packages offer 20-30% savings compared to per-visit booking:

Recurring packages also ensure the same companion is assigned for all visits, providing consistency and building rapport with the patient.

How Much Does Overnight Bedside Support Cost?

Overnight bedside companion support is priced at ₹349/hour with a minimum booking of 2 hrs:

• Typical overnight (12 hours, 8 PM to 8 AM) — approximately ₹4,188.
• Short overnight (8 hours) — approximately ₹2,792.
• Extended overnight (16 hours) — approximately ₹5,584.

The overnight companion stays in the patient's room, assists with bathroom visits, alerts nursing staff if needed, and sends a morning update to the family. Billing follows OTP-verified session time after the minimum 2 hrs.

What Is Included in Every Service?

All Corelatin companion services include the following as standard — there are no tiers with reduced features:

The difference between services is the type of visit they are designed for, not a reduction in features. A post-surgery follow-up companion at ₹349/hour receives the same training and provides the same communication standards as a medical tourist companion at ₹559/hour — the price difference reflects the complexity of the visit type and the specialization required.

What Additional Charges Should You Expect?

The following are not included in companion service fees and are billed separately:

• Hospital fees — OPD registration, consultation, tests, medicines. These are paid directly to the hospital.
• Transport — cab/ambulance for the patient. The companion can coordinate but transport cost is separate.
• MRD/document fees — hospital charges for medical records (₹10-500 per document).
• Biopsy block deposit — refundable ₹500-2,000 deposit for pathology material.
• Parking — if the companion drives, parking fees may apply.

All additional charges are transparent and communicated before the visit. The companion handles payment for hospital fees and is reimbursed by the family in cash or UPI as agreed.

Watch for hidden costs elsewhere: some providers add undisclosed charges such as night rates (1.5-2x the standard rate for visits before 6 AM or after 8 PM), weekend or holiday premiums (10-30% extra), surge pricing during high-demand periods, parking pass-through (₹40-100 per visit at private hospitals), or cancellation fees within 2-4 hours of the visit. Whatever service you choose, ask for a written quote listing every charge before booking — a transparent provider discloses all fees upfront.

How Do NRIs Pay for Companion Services?

Companion service bookings are confirmed after a minimum 55% advance paid online via PayU (cards, UPI, net banking); the balance is paid in cash or UPI to the companion after the visit. You can also pay the full estimate upfront.

For hospital bills (separate from companion fees), families should coordinate directly with the hospital regarding insurance cashless, TPA, or advance payment arrangements. The companion can assist with billing coordination and document collection at the hospital.

Is Hiring a Companion More Expensive Than Alternatives?

For most families, a hospital companion offers the best balance of safety, accountability, and cost — especially for NRI families who cannot be present themselves.

What Factors Affect the Cost?

The total cost of a companion visit depends on several factors:

• Visit duration — per-hour services are billed by time. A 3-hour OPD visit costs less than a 6-hour visit.
• Service type — OPD companion is the base rate; specialty services (overnight, medical tourism) cost more per hour.
• Hospital location — travel to far-flung hospitals (e.g. Medanta Gurugram vs RML central Delhi) may add transport time.
• Recurring vs one-time — recurring packages (dialysis, chemotherapy) are 20-30% cheaper per visit than one-time bookings.
• Priority queue assistance — a flat fee for early-arrival queue service, separate from per-hour companion rates.
• Hospital fees — registration, tests, and medicines are paid to the hospital separately and are not part of the companion fee.

Frequently Asked Questions