SHA ENT Tariffs: All 44 Procedures & Prices
SHA ENT tariffs cover 44 procedures, from a KES 22,400 frontal sinus trephination to KES 358,400 for cochlea operations or facial nerve decompression. This specialty covers ear surgery, nasal and sinus surgery, throat and tonsil procedures, and head and neck tumour excision. Below is every tariff, grouped by procedure type.
1. Nasal & Sinus Surgery
14 procedures — sinus surgery, septum correction, polyps, and rhinoplasty.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 132 | Frontal sinus trephination | 22,400 |
| 134 | MUA # nose | 33,600 |
| 141 | Frontal mucocele | 78,400 |
| 142 | Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) | 123,200 |
| 144 | Intranasal ethmoidectomy | 112,000 |
| 146 | Lateral Rhinotomy (due to tumour, scars or congenital) | 67,200 |
| 150 | Nasal polypectomy | 67,200 |
| 152 | Rhinoplasty: Soft and bony tissue (Tumours, congenital, trauma) | 89,600 |
| 153 | Rhinoplasty: Soft tissue (Tumors, congenital, trauma) | 89,600 |
| 154 | Septoplasty (Tumors, congenital, trauma) | 44,800 |
| 156 | Submucous resection of nasal septum | 44,800 |
| 158 | T.I.T. and Intranasal Antrostomy | 100,800 |
| 159 | T.I.T. and Turbinoplasty | 100,800 |
| 161 | Transplatatal excision of Choanal atresia | 89,600 |
2. Throat, Larynx & Tonsil Surgery
10 procedures — tonsils, adenoids, larynx, and voice box surgery.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 124 | Excision of pharyngeal diverticulum | 168,000 |
| 136 | Adenoidectomy | 72,240 |
| 137 | Adenotonsillectomy (Ts & As) | 77,840 |
| 138 | Cricotracheal reconstruction | 89,600 |
| 139 | Direct laryngoscopy and biopsy | 50,400 |
| 143 | Hemiglossectomy | 89,600 |
| 145 | Laryngocele excision | 89,600 |
| 160 | Tonsillectomy | 56,000 |
| 163 | Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty | 78,400 |
| 164 | Vocal Cord lateralisation | 112,000 |
3. Head & Neck Tumour and Salivary Gland Surgery
9 procedures — neck dissection, laryngectomy, and salivary gland tumour surgery.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 121 | Block dissection of the neck | 224,000 |
| 123 | Excision and reconstruction of head and neck tumours | 257,600 |
| 126 | Laryngectomy (Partial) | 201,600 |
| 127 | Laryngectomy (Total) | 280,000 |
| 128 | Laryngectomy with radical neck dissection | 336,000 |
| 129 | Middle ear tumour excision | 224,000 |
| 130 | Total/ Radical parotidectomy | 168,000 |
| 140 | Excision of submandibular gland | 89,600 |
| 157 | Superficial Parotidectomy | 89,600 |
4. Ear Surgery
7 procedures — mastoidectomy, tympanoplasty, and cochlear surgery.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 122 | Cochlea operations | 358,400 |
| 125 | Facial nerve decompression | 358,400 |
| 148 | Myringoplasty | 67,200 |
| 149 | Myringotomy | 44,800 |
| 151 | Radical mastoidectomy | 145,600 |
| 155 | Simple mastoidectomy | 44,800 |
| 162 | Tympanoplasty | 78,400 |
5. Diagnostic, Vascular & Minor Procedures
4 procedures — biopsy, foreign body removal, and vascular ligation.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 131 | EUA and biopsy of nasopharynx, ears, nose | 28,000 |
| 133 | Maxillary Artery Ligation | 67,200 |
| 135 | Removal of FB in ear or nose (paediatrics under GA) | 61,600 |
| 147 | Maxillectomy | 134,400 |
These tariffs fall under the SHIF surgical package, which limits households to 3 minor, 2 major, and 1 specialized procedure per year. Laryngectomy, block dissection of the neck, and cochlear surgery are typically classed as major or specialized and require Level 4–6 facilities with at least two operating theatres.
FAQ: SHA ENT Tariffs
How much does SHA pay for a tonsillectomy?
Tonsillectomy alone is KES 56,000. Adenotonsillectomy (tonsils and adenoids together) is KES 77,840, and Adenoidectomy alone is KES 72,240.
How much does SHA pay for sinus surgery?
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) is KES 123,200. Frontal mucocele surgery is KES 78,400, and Frontal sinus trephination is KES 22,400.
How much does SHA pay for mastoidectomy?
Simple mastoidectomy is KES 44,800, while Radical mastoidectomy is KES 145,600.
Does SHA cover head and neck tumour surgery?
Yes. Excision and reconstruction of head and neck tumours is KES 257,600. Block dissection of the neck and Middle ear tumour excision are each KES 224,000, and Total/Radical parotidectomy is KES 168,000.
What is the most expensive ENT procedure SHA covers?
Cochlea operations and Facial nerve decompression tie for the highest ENT tariff at KES 358,400 each.
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WhatsApp Us NowTariffs reflect the Surgical Package annex to the Social Health Insurance (Benefit Package) Tariffs. Verified July 2026.
