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Dialysis Access Surgery vs Mastectomy

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

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

Mastectomy: $20,000 total · Medicare pays $16,000 · Patient pays $4,000

Cost Comparison

MetricDialysis Access SurgeryMastectomy
Total Average Cost$6,000$20,000
Medicare Pays$4,800$16,000
Patient Pays$1,200$4,000
Categoryoutpatienthospital

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Dialysis Access Surgery and Mastectomy?
Mastectomy costs $20,000 on average, while Dialysis Access Surgery costs $6,000 — a difference of $14,000.
How much does Medicare pay for Dialysis Access Surgery vs Mastectomy?
Medicare typically pays $4,800 for Dialysis Access Surgery (patient owes $1,200). For Mastectomy, Medicare pays $16,000 (patient owes $4,000).
What is Dialysis Access Surgery?
Creation of vascular access for hemodialysis treatment.
What is Mastectomy?
Surgical removal of one or both breasts, typically to treat breast cancer.