Cochlear Implants Treatment Cost In Malaysia
What is Cochlear Implants?
A cochlear implant is a surgically implanted neuroprosthetic device that helps in hearing an individual who is deaf or hard of hearing.
One part of the implant sits behind the ear, and the other is surgically fitted under the skin.
How is the Procedure Performed?
Implantation of cochlear implants is performed under general anaesthesia.
The surgeon makes an incision behind the ear to access the cochlea to place the electrodes and the receiver under the skin behind the ear. The surgeon then sutures the wound.
Who is the Right Doctor for Cochlear Implants Treatment?
An ENT surgeon should be consulted for implanting Cochlear Implants.
What is the Usual Success Rate for this Procedure?
Cochlear Implants, being successful prostheses, have an exceptionally high success rate with less than 1% rejection.
It takes around four to six weeks to recover following Cochlear Implant Surgery.
The cost of Cochlear Implant includes:
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Preoperative diagnostic tests cost (Hearing test, MRI or CT imaging tests, etc.)
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Surgery cost (depends on the type of implant)
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Type of implant
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Post-Operative cost (depends on the number of follow-up sessions)
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Medicine (Pain Killers, Antibiotics, etc.)
Note: Cochlear Implantation is an outpatient procedure. However, the doctor may advise an overnight stay for observation.
The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:
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Any additional tests, if required
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If any Post-surgical complication happens (such as swelling or bleeding, Infection around the implant, numbness of ears)
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Blood products (if required)
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An extended stay at the Hospital due to any health reason apart from the package stay period
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Cost of Accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident
Cost related to Cochlear Implants Treatment in Malaysia
Treatment name | Cost range |
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Cochlear Implantation | USD 27000 to USD 33000 |
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Top hospitals and doctors for Cochlear Implants Treatment in Malaysia
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- Gleneagles Hospital, Kuala Lumpur is one of the leading hospitals in Malaysia accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), the highest international quality accreditation in terms of patient safety and health care services.
- Established in 1996, the hospital is delivering healthcare and excellence for over 25 years.
- The Hospital is particularly known for its Cardiology, Oncology, and Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgery.
- It provides comprehensive medical and surgical procedures such as Bariatric Surgery, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, ENT, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Neurosurgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Breast Surgery to mention a few.
- Gleneagles Hospital has one of the most advanced technologies like Gamma Knife and Da Vinci Si Surgery System.
- A well-equipped Imaging Department like Ultrasound Examination, Computed Tomography Scan (C.T. Scan), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Fluoroscopy, Angiography, Non-vascular Interventional Radiology, Mammography, Bone Mineral Densitometry, and General Radiography.
- The Hospital also received several awards namely, the 'International Hospital of the Year,' and 'Highly Commended for Excellence in Customer Service' award from the prestigious International Medical Travel Journal in 2018. It also received the 'Best Health Screening Provider in Asia Pacific' by the Global Health and Travel Awards 2019.
- Several services are provided for international patients such as Visa, flight booking, airport transfer, accommodation, air evacuation & repatriation, doctor referral and appointment, cost estimation, emergency care, and sightseeing.

- Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur is a premier healthcare hospital that has been serving people from all over the world for 47 years.
- It is a one-stop integrated healthcare provider that specialises particularly in Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics, and Paediatrics.
- Besides this, it has many medical and surgical departments like Gastroenterology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Radiology & Interventional Radiology, Urology, Fertility Services – IVF, and Cranio-Facial Surgery.
- It is supported by cutting-edge technologies like Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computerised Tomography (CT) scan, PET-CT, Mammography, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, Image intensifier, Bone densitometry, Orthopantomography and other interventional procedures.
- It has the prestigious JCI accreditation along with a certification by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH). It is also a certified Baby-Friendly Hospital.
- The International Patient Centre (IPC) is available to assist international patients from admission to discharge along with airport transfers.

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Pantai Hospital Cheras is a Hospital located near Kuala Lumpur that is dedicated to providing patient and customer satisfaction; it is one of the hospitals owned by the Pantai Group, a leading private healthcare service in Malaysia.
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It specialises in comprehensive medical and surgical departments like Cardiology, ENT, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, General Surgery, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Paediatrics, Respiratory Medicine, and Urology.
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It also offers Health Screening Packages and Maternity Packages.
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It is equipped with advanced technologies such as Bone densitometry, 128-slice Computerised Tomography (CT) Scan, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 1.5 Tesla, Mammography (Breast Imaging), Ultrasound Scan along with other equipment.
Cochlear Implants Treatment Cost - Frequently Asked Questions
Before Cochlear Implants Treatment - Most Frequently Asked Questions
The warranty of the product is for 10 years, but the electrode which is fitted inside is practically once in a lifetime.
Absolutely, Cochlear implant was made for patients who are born deaf.
Ideally, cochlear should be done within first year of the birth to best results. The results are still very good if surgery is done less than 7 years of age. As the age grows, it will be very difficult for patient to be fully absorbed in mainstream.
If patient is deaf from both ear, opting for cochlear implant in both ears is highly recommended. It helps patient in sound localisation, speech discrimination much better
Hospital stay would be for 1-2 days.
Cochlear implants may be placed in one ear (unilateral) or both ears (bilateral). Cochlear implants in both ears have started to be used more often to treat bilateral severe hearing loss particularly for infants and children who are learning to speak and process language. There has to be a time gap between the two implants and generally doctor advice of about 6 months of gap between two procedures.
Cochlear implants do not play a sound to the wearer, and so they can be useful even if that person has little or no ability to hear sound. A microphone that is worn on the back of the ear detects sounds in the surrounding environment and converts them into electrical signals.
Cochlear Implant has two parts Internal device (e): The internal portion of the implant consists of two parts: the receiver/stimulator and the intracochlear electrode array. External hardware (a-d): The external portion consists of three parts: a microphone, a speech processor, and a transmitting coil. The external devise can get damaged if they get wet so you need to take off before you bathe.
Cochlear Implant has two parts Internal device (e): The internal portion of the implant consists of two parts: the receiver/stimulator and the intracochlear electrode array. External hardware (a-d): The external portion consists of three parts: a microphone, a speech processor, and a transmitting coil. The external devise has to be removed prior to going to bed.
The internal device doesnt need any battery. The external device's battery can easily be changed.
Cochlear Implants works lifetime and NO future surgery may be required.
The risk is about 0.1%
No major precautions other than to avoid head trauma.
No, cochlear implant is not a major surgery it is a minor surgery. This device partially restores hearing ability.
Patient should undergo cochlear implantation who have severe hearing loss or hearing loss due to damage of the inner ear and they are not using hearing aids. Other than hearing aids which amplifies sound cochlear implant bypasses the damaged portion of the ear for delivering the sound signals to the auditory nerve.
Some of the disadvantage of cochlear implants includes nerve damage, dizziness problem, hearing loss, ringing in ears, leaking of fluid around brain and meningitis.
Usually cochlear implants lasts lifetime but there are some cases in which they are to be changed after certain time interval.
Cochlear implant is very safe surgery it has limited post operative pain and few complications only. Pain and stiffness seen at the surgical site is mainly temporary, it subsides with time. It is safe for you to sleep on the side being operated.
During the Cochlear Implants Treatment - Most Frequently Asked Questions
Cochlear Implant surgery usually takes from three to four hours.
Cochlear implant surgery is being done by general surgeons or ENT specialist.
Cochlear implantation surgery takes two to four hours to be complete under general anaesthesia.
In cochlear implantation the surgeon first identify the facial nerve and then creates an opening between them to access the cochlea. In the next step implant electrode is being inserted into the cochlea and the surgeon places an electronic device called receiver under the skin and behind the ear and then surgeon secures the skull in that area.
After Cochlear Implants Treatment - Most Frequently Asked Questions
It takes 2-3 weeks for device to be programmed perfectly before patient goes back to their country. After going back, patient is strongly recommended to undergo speech therapy for best results for about upto 1 year.
You can return to work 1 to 2 weeks after surgery.
This depends on your pre-operative hearing level. Certain hearing loss can be corrected in the same or second surgery whereas some kinds of hearing loss involving inner ear may not be reversible.
It will take around three to six weeks before you recover completely after the procedure, most people are able to return back to their work within one to two week after surgery.
You should avoid bending or lifting heavy objects for three weeks after surgery, you may experience some popping, clicking or other sounds in your ear.
About four to six weeks after the surgery, the external parts of the cochlear implant will be added. These include a microphone and speech processor. At that time, the speech processor is programmed and activated, which causes the internal device to stimulate the cochlear nerve in response to sounds.
Immediately after surgery you may feel some pressure or discomfort on the implanted ear, dizziness, disoriented or a sore throat for a while from the breathing tube used during general anesthesia.
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What is the price of Cochlear Implants in other countries, compared to Malaysia?
Approximate price of Cochlear Implants in other countries compared to Malaysia is:
- India, USD 12000 to USD 18000, approximately 50% lower than Malaysia
- Turkey, USD 20000 to USD 30000, approximately 17% lower than Malaysia
- Thailand, USD 32000 to USD 48000, approximately 33% higher than Malaysia
- Germany, USD 35200 to USD 52800, approximately 47% higher than Malaysia
- Israel, USD 40000 to USD 60000, approximately 67% higher than Malaysia
- Singapore, USD 36000 to USD 54000, approximately 50% higher than Malaysia