PFCD convened leading orthopaedic surgeons to highlight insurance gaps for robotic joint replacement in India.
India performs 250,000‑350,000 joint replacements annually, but only 5‑10% use robotic technology, mainly in metros.
Despite IRDAI’s 2019 guidelines, insurers impose sub‑limits and lower reimbursements for robotic procedures versus conventional surgery.
Panelists argue coverage would lower revision rates, readmissions and overall cost of care, benefiting patients, insurers and hospitals.