Cardiac Catheterization with Stent vs Prothrombin Time (PT/INR)
Medicare Cost Comparison 2025
Quick Answer
Cardiac Catheterization with Stent: $25,000 total · Medicare pays $20,000 · Patient pays $5,000
Prothrombin Time (PT/INR): $20 total · Medicare pays $16 · Patient pays $4
Cost Comparison
| Metric | Cardiac Catheterization with Stent | Prothrombin Time (PT/INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Average Cost | $25,000 | $20 |
| Medicare Pays | $20,000 | $16 |
| Patient Pays | $5,000 | $4 |
| Category | hospital | lab |
FAQ
What is the cost difference between Cardiac Catheterization with Stent and Prothrombin Time (PT/INR)?
Cardiac Catheterization with Stent costs $25,000 on average, while Prothrombin Time (PT/INR) costs $20 — a difference of $24,980.
How much does Medicare pay for Cardiac Catheterization with Stent vs Prothrombin Time (PT/INR)?
Medicare typically pays $20,000 for Cardiac Catheterization with Stent (patient owes $5,000). For Prothrombin Time (PT/INR), Medicare pays $16 (patient owes $4).
What is Cardiac Catheterization with Stent?
Minimally invasive procedure to open blocked coronary arteries using a stent.
What is Prothrombin Time (PT/INR)?
Blood test measuring how long it takes blood to clot.