Ultrasound (USG) price in Nepal
Ultrasound is the cheapest scan in Kathmandu and usually available the same day. Prices below come from hospital rate lists.
Average whole abdomen ultrasound in KathmanduNPR 1,050about US$7
- Lowest found
- NPR 500
- Highest found
- NPR 1,550
- Based on
- 6 prices from 6 centres
Hospitals charge in Nepali rupees (NPR). Conversions use Nepal Rastra Bank selling rates, 22/10/2026. Prices last reviewed 10/2026.
Coming soon. Only at the few centres we partner with; other hospitals charge their normal price.
Ultrasound and Doppler: average prices in Kathmandu
Averages are worked out from rate lists published by hospitals and diagnostic centres in Kathmandu Valley. Click a test to see each centre's price and the source.
| Test | Average in Kathmandu | Range | Centres |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound whole abdomen (USG) | NPR 1,050 about US$7 | NPR 500 to 1,550 | 6 |
| Ultrasound pelvis | NPR 600 about US$4 | NPR 600 | 1 |
| Transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) | NPR 1,400 about US$9 | NPR 800 to 1,850 | 5 |
| Ultrasound KUB | NPR 900 about US$6 | NPR 900 | 1 |
| Obstetric ultrasound (pregnancy) | NPR 1,500 about US$10 | NPR 1,200 to 1,850 | 3 |
| Anomaly scan (pregnancy, around 18 to 22 weeks) | NPR 3,200 about US$21 | NPR 2,700 to 3,500 | 3 |
| Ultrasound neck, thyroid, breast or small parts | NPR 1,300 about US$9 | NPR 800 to 1,700 | 3 |
| Venous Doppler ultrasound (one leg) | NPR 2,900 about US$19 | NPR 1,100 to 4,000 | 6 |
| Carotid Doppler | NPR 3,400 about US$22 | NPR 1,500 to 4,800 | 5 |
| Renal Doppler | NPR 4,100 about US$27 | NPR 2,000 to 6,000 | 6 |
| Fibroscan / liver elastography | NPR 4,600 about US$30 | NPR 3,700 to 5,500 | 2 |
What to know
- Ultrasound uses no radiation and is safe in pregnancy.
- Doppler studies of blood vessels cost two to four times a routine abdominal scan.
- Some hospitals charge more for emergency or night time scans.
Common questions
What is the USG price in Nepal?
A whole abdomen ultrasound (USG) averages NPR 1,050 (about US$7) across the Kathmandu rate lists we checked, from NPR 500 to NPR 1,550.
How much is a pregnancy ultrasound?
A routine obstetric scan averages NPR 1,500. A detailed anomaly scan costs more; see the table above.
How much is a Doppler scan?
A venous Doppler of one leg averages NPR 2,900. Carotid and renal Doppler cost a little more.
Do I need to fast before an ultrasound?
For an abdominal ultrasound, usually about six hours. Pelvic scans need a full bladder. Follow the centre's instructions.