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CT Angiography vs Pacemaker Implantation

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

CT Angiography: $1,500 total · Medicare pays $1,200 · Patient pays $300

Pacemaker Implantation: $30,000 total · Medicare pays $24,000 · Patient pays $6,000

Cost Comparison

MetricCT AngiographyPacemaker Implantation
Total Average Cost$1,500$30,000
Medicare Pays$1,200$24,000
Patient Pays$300$6,000
Categoryimaginghospital

FAQ

What is the cost difference between CT Angiography and Pacemaker Implantation?
Pacemaker Implantation costs $30,000 on average, while CT Angiography costs $1,500 — a difference of $28,500.
How much does Medicare pay for CT Angiography vs Pacemaker Implantation?
Medicare typically pays $1,200 for CT Angiography (patient owes $300). For Pacemaker Implantation, Medicare pays $24,000 (patient owes $6,000).
What is CT Angiography?
CT imaging of blood vessels using contrast dye.
What is Pacemaker Implantation?
Surgical placement of a device to regulate heart rhythm.