Depending on the size, number and location of the stones and the presence of complications, the treatment method used varies and therefore the cost of treatment varies. Also the total cost of treatment includes examination, surgery, anesthesia, medication, etc. Medication: For smooth stones less than 6mm, stones can be removed from the body by drinking more water, taking lithotripsy medication and exercising. The medication costs about 500-1000 RMB. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy: Any kidney stone with a diameter of up to 2cm can be lithotripped by extracorporeal shock wave. The cost is about 1000-2000 RMB. Also shock wave may need to be done twice for effective discharge. There are three common treatment options for minimally invasive kidney stone surgery: the first is ureteroscopic lithotripsy, the second is percutaneous nephrolithotripsy, and the third is laparoscopic ureterotomy or pelvic dissection for stone extraction. Ureteroscopic lithotripsy for stone retrieval: for stones <2cm, trans-x-ray, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is difficult, soft ureteroscopic lithotripsy can be chosen. The cost is between 20,000 and 250,000 RMB. Percutaneous nephrolithotomy for stone extraction: For stones over 2cm, percutaneous nephrolithotomy for stone extraction is recommended. The current cost of treatment is usually around $25,000-30,000. Laparoscopic ureteral or pelvic dissection for stone extraction treatment: Patients with a large number of stones in the renal calyces, renal insufficiency or recurrent infections can have the stones removed by laparoscopic ureteral or pelvic dissection. The cost is usually around 20,000-30,000 RMB. The price of treatment varies depending on the treatment plan.