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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) vs Cystoscopy

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG): $75,000 total · Medicare pays $60,000 · Patient pays $15,000

Cystoscopy: $2,500 total · Medicare pays $2,000 · Patient pays $500

Cost Comparison

MetricCoronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Cystoscopy
Total Average Cost$75,000$2,500
Medicare Pays$60,000$2,000
Patient Pays$15,000$500
Categoryhospitaloutpatient

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) and Cystoscopy?
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) costs $75,000 on average, while Cystoscopy costs $2,500 — a difference of $72,500.
How much does Medicare pay for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) vs Cystoscopy?
Medicare typically pays $60,000 for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) (patient owes $15,000). For Cystoscopy, Medicare pays $2,000 (patient owes $500).
What is Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)?
Open-heart surgery to improve blood flow by bypassing blocked coronary arteries.
What is Cystoscopy?
Examination of the bladder using a thin camera inserted through the urethra.