Cardiac Catheterization with Stent vs Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
Medicare Cost Comparison 2025
Quick Answer
Cardiac Catheterization with Stent: $25,000 total · Medicare pays $20,000 · Patient pays $5,000
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG): $75,000 total · Medicare pays $60,000 · Patient pays $15,000
Cost Comparison
| Metric | Cardiac Catheterization with Stent | Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Average Cost | $25,000 | $75,000 |
| Medicare Pays | $20,000 | $60,000 |
| Patient Pays | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Category | hospital | hospital |
FAQ
What is the cost difference between Cardiac Catheterization with Stent and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)?
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) costs $75,000 on average, while Cardiac Catheterization with Stent costs $25,000 — a difference of $50,000.
How much does Medicare pay for Cardiac Catheterization with Stent vs Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)?
Medicare typically pays $20,000 for Cardiac Catheterization with Stent (patient owes $5,000). For Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), Medicare pays $60,000 (patient owes $15,000).
What is Cardiac Catheterization with Stent?
Minimally invasive procedure to open blocked coronary arteries using a stent.
What is Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)?
Open-heart surgery to improve blood flow by bypassing blocked coronary arteries.