NICU in Ranchi
Specialised neonatal intensive care for premature, low-birth-weight and medically unstable newborns who need continuous monitoring and advanced support.
What is NICU care?
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit provides specialised monitoring and treatment for premature, low-birth-weight or medically unstable newborns who need more support than routine nursery care.
Common reasons for NICU admission
Babies born early may need breathing, feeding and temperature support.
Small babies may need incubator care and close feeding monitoring.
Respiratory distress may require oxygen, CPAP or advanced respiratory support.
Suspected infection may require blood tests, antibiotics and monitoring.
High bilirubin may need intensive phototherapy and further treatment.
High-risk newborns may need glucose monitoring and IV support.
What support may be provided?
- Continuous cardiorespiratory monitoring.
- Oxygen therapy and CPAP where indicated.
- Incubator or warmer support.
- IV fluids and medicines.
- Tube feeding or breastfeeding support.
- Phototherapy.
- Infection management and blood testing.
Parents remain part of the care team
Where clinically safe, parents should be encouraged to participate in feeding, skin-to-skin care, expressed breast milk provision and discharge preparation.
When can a baby go home?
Discharge depends on stable breathing, temperature, feeding, weight trend and the absence of unresolved medical concerns. Premature infants may need structured follow-up after discharge.
NICU cost
Cost depends on gestational age, respiratory support, medicines, tests, phototherapy, feeding support and length of stay.
Get exact estimateCoverage depends on medical necessity, admission category, policy or scheme rules and empanelment.
Frequently asked questions
No. Need for NICU depends on gestational age, weight, breathing, feeding and overall stability.
Meet the paediatric specialist
Need paediatric or newborn care?
Book a consultation with Dr. Shakti Das at Hopewell Hospital, Ranchi.
*Procedure time, hospital stay and recovery are indicative and vary by individual clinical condition. This page is for patient education and does not replace medical consultation.