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Colectomy vs Urine Drug Screen

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Colectomy: $25,000 total · Medicare pays $20,000 · Patient pays $5,000

Urine Drug Screen: $30 total · Medicare pays $24 · Patient pays $6

Cost Comparison

MetricColectomyUrine Drug Screen
Total Average Cost$25,000$30
Medicare Pays$20,000$24
Patient Pays$5,000$6
Categoryhospitallab

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Colectomy and Urine Drug Screen?
Colectomy costs $25,000 on average, while Urine Drug Screen costs $30 — a difference of $24,970.
How much does Medicare pay for Colectomy vs Urine Drug Screen?
Medicare typically pays $20,000 for Colectomy (patient owes $5,000). For Urine Drug Screen, Medicare pays $24 (patient owes $6).
What is Colectomy?
Surgical removal of all or part of the colon.
What is Urine Drug Screen?
Urine test to detect presence of various drugs.