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Dialysis Access Surgery vs Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones)

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Dialysis Access Surgery: $6,000 total · Medicare pays $4,800 · Patient pays $1,200

Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones): $7,000 total · Medicare pays $5,600 · Patient pays $1,400

Cost Comparison

MetricDialysis Access SurgeryLithotripsy (Kidney Stones)
Total Average Cost$6,000$7,000
Medicare Pays$4,800$5,600
Patient Pays$1,200$1,400
Categoryoutpatientoutpatient

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Dialysis Access Surgery and Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones)?
Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones) costs $7,000 on average, while Dialysis Access Surgery costs $6,000 — a difference of $1,000.
How much does Medicare pay for Dialysis Access Surgery vs Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones)?
Medicare typically pays $4,800 for Dialysis Access Surgery (patient owes $1,200). For Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones), Medicare pays $5,600 (patient owes $1,400).
What is Dialysis Access Surgery?
Creation of vascular access for hemodialysis treatment.
What is Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones)?
Non-invasive procedure using shock waves to break up kidney stones.