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Abdominal X-Ray vs TURP (Prostate)

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Abdominal X-Ray: $150 total · Medicare pays $120 · Patient pays $30

TURP (Prostate): $8,000 total · Medicare pays $6,400 · Patient pays $1,600

Cost Comparison

MetricAbdominal X-RayTURP (Prostate)
Total Average Cost$150$8,000
Medicare Pays$120$6,400
Patient Pays$30$1,600
Categoryimagingoutpatient

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Abdominal X-Ray and TURP (Prostate)?
TURP (Prostate) costs $8,000 on average, while Abdominal X-Ray costs $150 — a difference of $7,850.
How much does Medicare pay for Abdominal X-Ray vs TURP (Prostate)?
Medicare typically pays $120 for Abdominal X-Ray (patient owes $30). For TURP (Prostate), Medicare pays $6,400 (patient owes $1,600).
What is Abdominal X-Ray?
X-ray imaging of the abdomen.
What is TURP (Prostate)?
Transurethral resection of the prostate to treat enlarged prostate.