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Fluoroscopy vs Prothrombin Time (PT/INR)

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Fluoroscopy: $600 total · Medicare pays $480 · Patient pays $120

Prothrombin Time (PT/INR): $20 total · Medicare pays $16 · Patient pays $4

Cost Comparison

MetricFluoroscopyProthrombin Time (PT/INR)
Total Average Cost$600$20
Medicare Pays$480$16
Patient Pays$120$4
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FAQ

What is the cost difference between Fluoroscopy and Prothrombin Time (PT/INR)?
Fluoroscopy costs $600 on average, while Prothrombin Time (PT/INR) costs $20 — a difference of $580.
How much does Medicare pay for Fluoroscopy vs Prothrombin Time (PT/INR)?
Medicare typically pays $480 for Fluoroscopy (patient owes $120). For Prothrombin Time (PT/INR), Medicare pays $16 (patient owes $4).
What is Fluoroscopy?
Real-time X-ray imaging for guided procedures.
What is Prothrombin Time (PT/INR)?
Blood test measuring how long it takes blood to clot.