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Complete Blood Count (CBC) vs Iron Studies (Ferritin)

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Complete Blood Count (CBC): $30 total · Medicare pays $24 · Patient pays $6

Iron Studies (Ferritin): $35 total · Medicare pays $28 · Patient pays $7

Cost Comparison

MetricComplete Blood Count (CBC)Iron Studies (Ferritin)
Total Average Cost$30$35
Medicare Pays$24$28
Patient Pays$6$7
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FAQ

What is the cost difference between Complete Blood Count (CBC) and Iron Studies (Ferritin)?
Iron Studies (Ferritin) costs $35 on average, while Complete Blood Count (CBC) costs $30 — a difference of $5.
How much does Medicare pay for Complete Blood Count (CBC) vs Iron Studies (Ferritin)?
Medicare typically pays $24 for Complete Blood Count (CBC) (patient owes $6). For Iron Studies (Ferritin), Medicare pays $28 (patient owes $7).
What is Complete Blood Count (CBC)?
Blood test measuring red cells, white cells, and platelets.
What is Iron Studies (Ferritin)?
Blood tests measuring iron levels and storage.