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Complete Blood Count (CBC) vs Rotator Cuff Repair

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

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

Rotator Cuff Repair: $15,000 total · Medicare pays $12,000 · Patient pays $3,000

Cost Comparison

MetricComplete Blood Count (CBC)Rotator Cuff Repair
Total Average Cost$30$15,000
Medicare Pays$24$12,000
Patient Pays$6$3,000
Categorylabhospital

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Complete Blood Count (CBC) and Rotator Cuff Repair?
Rotator Cuff Repair costs $15,000 on average, while Complete Blood Count (CBC) costs $30 — a difference of $14,970.
How much does Medicare pay for Complete Blood Count (CBC) vs Rotator Cuff Repair?
Medicare typically pays $24 for Complete Blood Count (CBC) (patient owes $6). For Rotator Cuff Repair, Medicare pays $12,000 (patient owes $3,000).
What is Complete Blood Count (CBC)?
Blood test measuring red cells, white cells, and platelets.
What is Rotator Cuff Repair?
Surgical repair of torn tendons in the shoulder.