Medicare & Medicaid in Arkansas (AR)
2026 healthcare costs, coverage, and spending data for Arkansas.
$11,808
Spending/Capita
2,890,247
Medicare Enrollees
3,886,996
Medicaid Enrollees
4.8%
Uninsured Rate
Medicare Premiums in Arkansas
Part B Premium
$185/mo
Part D Premium (Avg)
$53/mo
Medigap Premium (Avg)
$267/mo
Medicaid Expansion: Yes - Arkansas expanded Medicaid under the ACA
Procedure Costs in Arkansas
Hospital
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liver Transplant | $158,382 | $126,705 | $31,676 |
| Kidney Transplant | $127,689 | $102,152 | $25,538 |
| Heart Valve Replacement | $89,293 | $71,435 | $17,859 |
| Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) | $82,972 | $66,378 | $16,594 |
| Defibrillator Implantation (ICD) | $47,234 | $37,787 | $9,447 |
| Spinal Fusion | $46,199 | $36,959 | $9,240 |
| Total Knee Replacement | $39,258 | $31,406 | $7,852 |
| Pacemaker Implantation | $33,921 | $27,137 | $6,784 |
| Total Hip Replacement | $30,553 | $24,442 | $6,111 |
| Hip Fracture Repair | $30,119 | $24,095 | $6,024 |
| Sepsis Treatment | $28,484 | $22,787 | $5,697 |
| Cardiac Catheterization with Stent | $25,730 | $20,584 | $5,146 |
| Lumbar Disc Surgery | $24,591 | $19,673 | $4,918 |
| Stroke Treatment (Acute) | $22,652 | $18,122 | $4,530 |
| Laminectomy | $22,579 | $18,063 | $4,516 |
Outpatient
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthroscopic Knee Surgery | $9,351 | $7,481 | $1,870 |
| TURP (Prostate) | $9,082 | $7,265 | $1,816 |
| Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones) | $8,639 | $6,911 | $1,728 |
| Endoscopic Sinus Surgery | $7,775 | $6,220 | $1,555 |
| Bunionectomy | $6,900 | $5,520 | $1,380 |
| Septoplasty | $6,295 | $5,036 | $1,259 |
| Dialysis Access Surgery | $5,576 | $4,461 | $1,115 |
| Hemorrhoid Surgery | $4,842 | $3,873 | $968 |
| Pilonidal Cyst Surgery | $4,823 | $3,858 | $965 |
| Tonsillectomy | $4,793 | $3,834 | $959 |
| Adenoidectomy | $4,389 | $3,511 | $878 |
| Cataract Surgery (Outpatient) | $4,123 | $3,299 | $825 |
| Bronchoscopy | $4,068 | $3,255 | $814 |
| Nasal Polyp Removal | $3,890 | $3,112 | $778 |
| Carpal Tunnel Release | $3,546 | $2,837 | $709 |
Imaging
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| PET Scan | $3,887 | $3,110 | $777 |
| Nuclear Stress Test | $1,900 | $1,520 | $380 |
| CT Angiography | $1,727 | $1,381 | $345 |
| MRI Brain | $1,625 | $1,300 | $325 |
| MRI Spine (Lumbar) | $1,587 | $1,270 | $317 |
| MRI Shoulder | $1,440 | $1,152 | $288 |
| CT Scan Abdomen/Pelvis | $1,423 | $1,138 | $285 |
| MRI Hip | $1,411 | $1,128 | $282 |
| MRI Knee | $1,116 | $893 | $223 |
| MRI Spine (Cervical) | $1,072 | $857 | $214 |
| Bone Scan | $998 | $799 | $200 |
| CT Colonography (Virtual) | $794 | $635 | $159 |
| Echocardiogram | $746 | $597 | $149 |
| CT Scan Chest | $684 | $547 | $137 |
| CT Scan Head | $601 | $481 | $120 |
Physician/Office
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleep Study Consultation | $281 | $224 | $56 |
| Allergy Testing | $267 | $214 | $53 |
| Mammogram (Screening) | $260 | $260 | $0 |
| Annual Wellness Visit | $250 | $250 | $0 |
| Bone Density Test (DEXA Scan) | $237 | $190 | $47 |
| Psychiatry Visit | $216 | $173 | $43 |
| Shingles Vaccination | $205 | $205 | $0 |
| Office Visit (New Patient) | $191 | $153 | $38 |
| Wound Care Visit | $190 | $152 | $38 |
| Skin Cancer Screening | $187 | $149 | $37 |
| Physical Therapy Session | $180 | $144 | $36 |
| Mental Health Counseling | $173 | $139 | $35 |
| Office Visit (Established Patient) | $172 | $138 | $34 |
| EKG (Electrocardiogram) | $163 | $130 | $33 |
| Occupational Therapy Session | $131 | $105 | $26 |
Laboratory
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood Type and Crossmatch | $59 | $47 | $12 |
| BNP (Heart Failure Marker) | $47 | $38 | $9 |
| Vitamin D Level | $41 | $33 | $8 |
| PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) | $41 | $33 | $8 |
| Blood Culture | $40 | $32 | $8 |
| Comprehensive Metabolic Panel | $39 | $32 | $8 |
| Lipid Panel | $38 | $31 | $8 |
| Liver Function Panel | $37 | $30 | $7 |
| Glucose Tolerance Test | $36 | $29 | $7 |
| Complete Blood Count (CBC) | $35 | $28 | $7 |
| Iron Studies (Ferritin) | $34 | $28 | $7 |
| Thyroid Panel (TSH) | $34 | $28 | $7 |
| Troponin Level | $33 | $26 | $7 |
| Kidney Function Panel (BUN/Creatinine) | $31 | $25 | $6 |
| Hemoglobin A1C | $30 | $24 | $6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Medicare spend per person in Arkansas?
In 2026, the average Medicare spending per beneficiary in Arkansas is $11,808.
How many people are enrolled in Medicare in Arkansas?
Arkansas has approximately 2,890,247 Medicare beneficiaries.
Did Arkansas expand Medicaid?
Yes, Arkansas expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.
What is the uninsured rate in Arkansas?
The uninsured rate in Arkansas is 4.8%.
What is the average Medigap premium in Arkansas?
The average Medigap (Medicare Supplement) premium in Arkansas is $267 per month.