What does a psychiatrist consultation cost in Kathmandu?
An initial psychiatric consultation with Dr. Kushal Kharel costs NPR 800–1,500, depending on the complexity and length of the assessment. If you return for a follow-up within one week of your initial visit, that first follow-up is free. After that free follow-up (or once the one-week window has passed), a repeat consultation costs NPR 800. Medication is charged separately at the pharmacy and is not included in the consultation fee. Call or WhatsApp +977 9861800547 to confirm the current fee for your specific situation before booking.
Who this is for
- Anyone comparing psychiatrists in Kathmandu and wanting to understand cost before booking
- Patients unsure whether an initial visit costs more than a follow-up
- Patients wanting to know if a quick follow-up after their first visit is free
- Patients wondering whether medication costs are included in the consultation fee
- Families budgeting for a child or adolescent's ongoing psychiatric care
- Patients who need a fee estimate before requesting reimbursement or insurance documentation
Common concerns
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a psychiatrist consultation cost in Kathmandu?
An initial consultation with Dr. Kushal Kharel costs NPR 800–1,500, depending on the complexity and length of the assessment. Repeat consultations after that are NPR 800.
Is the first visit more expensive than follow-up visits?
The initial assessment (NPR 800–1,500) is more thorough than a routine follow-up and is priced accordingly. Once you've had your initial visit, repeat consultations cost NPR 800.
Is a follow-up visit ever free?
Yes. If you return within one week of your initial consultation, that follow-up is free, once. After that free visit, or once the one-week window has passed, the standard repeat consultation fee of NPR 800 applies.
Are medications included in the consultation fee?
No. The consultation fee covers the psychiatric assessment and consultation itself; any prescribed medications are purchased separately at a pharmacy and are not included in the clinic's fee.
Can I get a fee estimate before booking?
Yes. Call or WhatsApp +977 9861800547 and describe your situation (first visit or follow-up) and you'll be given a current fee estimate before you commit to booking.
What if I can't afford the standard consultation fee?
Mention this when you contact the clinic. It's worth asking directly rather than avoiding care altogether, and Dr. Kharel's community mental-health work includes free and low-cost outreach programmes in some settings.
Ready to book a consultation?
In-person at the Kalanki clinic in Kathmandu, or online from anywhere.