Carotid Endarterectomy Cost with Medicare (2026)
Surgical removal of plaque from the carotid artery to prevent stroke.
$22,000
National Avg Cost
$17,600
Medicare Pays
$4,400
Patient Pays
Hospital
Category
Carotid Endarterectomy Cost by State
| # | State | Average Cost | Medicare Pays | Patient Pays |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyoming | $27,007 | $21,606 | $5,401 |
| 2 | Nevada | $26,781 | $21,425 | $5,356 |
| 3 | Wisconsin | $26,708 | $21,366 | $5,342 |
| 4 | Michigan | $26,475 | $21,180 | $5,295 |
| 5 | Indiana | $26,214 | $20,971 | $5,243 |
| 6 | Missouri | $26,182 | $20,945 | $5,236 |
| 7 | Texas | $25,915 | $20,732 | $5,183 |
| 8 | New Jersey | $25,538 | $20,430 | $5,108 |
| 9 | Connecticut | $25,358 | $20,287 | $5,072 |
| 10 | New Hampshire | $25,076 | $20,061 | $5,015 |
| 11 | Oregon | $24,627 | $19,701 | $4,925 |
| 12 | North Carolina | $24,322 | $19,457 | $4,864 |
| 13 | Florida | $24,243 | $19,395 | $4,849 |
| 14 | Delaware | $24,224 | $19,379 | $4,845 |
| 15 | Illinois | $24,022 | $19,218 | $4,804 |
| 16 | Georgia | $23,968 | $19,174 | $4,794 |
| 17 | Iowa | $23,893 | $19,115 | $4,779 |
| 18 | South Dakota | $23,797 | $19,037 | $4,759 |
| 19 | Virginia | $23,752 | $19,002 | $4,750 |
| 20 | New Mexico | $23,676 | $18,941 | $4,735 |
| 21 | Maine | $23,667 | $18,933 | $4,733 |
| 22 | Idaho | $23,425 | $18,740 | $4,685 |
| 23 | Tennessee | $23,129 | $18,503 | $4,626 |
| 24 | South Carolina | $23,032 | $18,426 | $4,606 |
| 25 | West Virginia | $22,947 | $18,358 | $4,589 |
| 26 | Kentucky | $22,710 | $18,168 | $4,542 |
| 27 | Montana | $22,636 | $18,109 | $4,527 |
| 28 | Colorado | $22,516 | $18,013 | $4,503 |
| 29 | Alaska | $22,356 | $17,885 | $4,471 |
| 30 | Arizona | $22,321 | $17,857 | $4,464 |
| 31 | Arkansas | $22,266 | $17,813 | $4,453 |
| 32 | Rhode Island | $21,889 | $17,511 | $4,378 |
| 33 | California | $21,644 | $17,315 | $4,329 |
| 34 | Minnesota | $21,519 | $17,215 | $4,304 |
| 35 | Vermont | $21,468 | $17,174 | $4,294 |
| 36 | Washington | $21,460 | $17,168 | $4,292 |
| 37 | Ohio | $21,221 | $16,977 | $4,244 |
| 38 | Oklahoma | $20,814 | $16,651 | $4,163 |
| 39 | New York | $20,599 | $16,479 | $4,120 |
| 40 | Kansas | $20,441 | $16,353 | $4,088 |
| 41 | Utah | $19,645 | $15,716 | $3,929 |
| 42 | Pennsylvania | $19,380 | $15,504 | $3,876 |
| 43 | Massachusetts | $18,729 | $14,983 | $3,746 |
| 44 | Maryland | $18,573 | $14,858 | $3,715 |
| 45 | Hawaii | $18,185 | $14,548 | $3,637 |
| 46 | North Dakota | $18,114 | $14,491 | $3,623 |
| 47 | Nebraska | $17,576 | $14,061 | $3,515 |
| 48 | Mississippi | $17,502 | $14,002 | $3,500 |
| 49 | Alabama | $17,350 | $13,880 | $3,470 |
| 50 | Louisiana | $17,026 | $13,621 | $3,405 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Carotid Endarterectomy cost with Medicare?
The national average cost for Carotid Endarterectomy is $22,000. Medicare typically pays $17,600, leaving a patient responsibility of $4,400.
Does Medicare cover Carotid Endarterectomy?
Yes, Medicare covers Carotid Endarterectomy. The average Medicare payment is $17,600 out of a total cost of $22,000.
What category is Carotid Endarterectomy?
Carotid Endarterectomy is classified as a hospital procedure.