The Bollywood star was hospitalized after a knife attack at his Bandra West residence, leaving him with multiple stab wounds. While his insurance provider reportedly sanctioned ₹25 lakh for cashless treatment, the remaining claim awaits final billing.

Mumbai-based cardiac surgeon Prashant Mishra questioned the billing practices of premium hospitals. “Why such exorbitant charges for a stab injury requiring 5-7 days of hospitalization? Most hospitals have fixed package systems?,” he posted on X.

Mishra said the hospital seemed to operate on open billing, leading to inflated costs.

An open billing system allows costs to vary significantly based on services rendered. While this provides flexibility, it often leads to unpredictability in medical expenses. Fixed package systems, common in many hospitals, offer standardized charges and greater transparency but may not account for complex cases.