Medicare & Medicaid in New Hampshire (NH)
2026 healthcare costs, coverage, and spending data for New Hampshire.
$11,907
Spending/Capita
1,758,520
Medicare Enrollees
2,378,027
Medicaid Enrollees
3.2%
Uninsured Rate
Medicare Premiums in New Hampshire
Part B Premium
$380/mo
Part D Premium (Avg)
$37/mo
Medigap Premium (Avg)
$241/mo
Medicaid Expansion: Yes - New Hampshire expanded Medicaid under the ACA
Procedure Costs in New Hampshire
Hospital
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liver Transplant | $150,804 | $120,643 | $30,161 |
| Kidney Transplant | $139,096 | $111,277 | $27,819 |
| Heart Valve Replacement | $70,517 | $56,413 | $14,103 |
| Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) | $66,791 | $53,433 | $13,358 |
| Defibrillator Implantation (ICD) | $50,339 | $40,271 | $10,068 |
| Spinal Fusion | $41,791 | $33,433 | $8,358 |
| Laminectomy | $30,470 | $24,376 | $6,094 |
| Colectomy | $28,711 | $22,969 | $5,742 |
| Total Knee Replacement | $28,672 | $22,938 | $5,734 |
| Total Hip Replacement | $26,814 | $21,451 | $5,363 |
| Carotid Endarterectomy | $25,076 | $20,061 | $5,015 |
| Pacemaker Implantation | $24,496 | $19,597 | $4,899 |
| Cardiac Catheterization with Stent | $22,473 | $17,978 | $4,495 |
| Lumbar Disc Surgery | $21,163 | $16,930 | $4,233 |
| Hip Fracture Repair | $20,373 | $16,298 | $4,075 |
Outpatient
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| TURP (Prostate) | $9,903 | $7,922 | $1,981 |
| Lithotripsy (Kidney Stones) | $7,201 | $5,761 | $1,440 |
| Arthroscopic Knee Surgery | $6,851 | $5,481 | $1,370 |
| Tonsillectomy | $6,698 | $5,358 | $1,340 |
| Septoplasty | $6,119 | $4,895 | $1,224 |
| Dialysis Access Surgery | $5,839 | $4,671 | $1,168 |
| Nasal Polyp Removal | $5,516 | $4,413 | $1,103 |
| Endoscopic Sinus Surgery | $5,506 | $4,405 | $1,101 |
| Bunionectomy | $4,731 | $3,784 | $946 |
| Adenoidectomy | $4,692 | $3,754 | $938 |
| Pilonidal Cyst Surgery | $4,174 | $3,339 | $835 |
| Hemorrhoid Surgery | $4,096 | $3,277 | $819 |
| Cataract Surgery (Outpatient) | $3,921 | $3,137 | $784 |
| Carpal Tunnel Release | $3,643 | $2,914 | $729 |
| Bronchoscopy | $3,629 | $2,903 | $726 |
Imaging
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| PET Scan | $4,020 | $3,216 | $804 |
| MRI Spine (Cervical) | $1,675 | $1,340 | $335 |
| Nuclear Stress Test | $1,600 | $1,280 | $320 |
| CT Scan Abdomen/Pelvis | $1,369 | $1,095 | $274 |
| CT Angiography | $1,326 | $1,061 | $265 |
| MRI Brain | $1,298 | $1,039 | $260 |
| MRI Spine (Lumbar) | $1,274 | $1,019 | $255 |
| MRI Shoulder | $1,124 | $899 | $225 |
| MRI Hip | $1,108 | $887 | $222 |
| MRI Knee | $991 | $793 | $198 |
| Bone Scan | $925 | $740 | $185 |
| CT Scan Head | $923 | $738 | $185 |
| CT Scan Chest | $906 | $725 | $181 |
| CT Colonography (Virtual) | $603 | $482 | $121 |
| Fluoroscopy | $524 | $419 | $105 |
Physician/Office
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleep Study Consultation | $403 | $323 | $81 |
| Allergy Testing | $368 | $295 | $74 |
| Psychiatry Visit | $283 | $226 | $57 |
| Bone Density Test (DEXA Scan) | $241 | $193 | $48 |
| Mammogram (Screening) | $233 | $233 | $0 |
| Shingles Vaccination | $226 | $226 | $0 |
| Wound Care Visit | $210 | $168 | $42 |
| Office Visit (New Patient) | $207 | $166 | $41 |
| Annual Wellness Visit | $199 | $199 | $0 |
| Mental Health Counseling | $183 | $146 | $37 |
| Occupational Therapy Session | $154 | $123 | $31 |
| Vision Exam (Diabetic) | $145 | $116 | $29 |
| Office Visit (Established Patient) | $141 | $113 | $28 |
| Skin Cancer Screening | $130 | $104 | $26 |
| Podiatry Visit | $129 | $104 | $26 |
Laboratory
| Procedure | Avg Cost | Medicare Pays | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D Level | $60 | $48 | $12 |
| Blood Type and Crossmatch | $57 | $45 | $11 |
| BNP (Heart Failure Marker) | $53 | $43 | $11 |
| PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) | $46 | $37 | $9 |
| Blood Culture | $46 | $37 | $9 |
| Troponin Level | $45 | $36 | $9 |
| Thyroid Panel (TSH) | $43 | $34 | $9 |
| Glucose Tolerance Test | $43 | $34 | $9 |
| Hemoglobin A1C | $37 | $30 | $7 |
| Lipid Panel | $36 | $28 | $7 |
| B12 Level | $35 | $28 | $7 |
| Complete Blood Count (CBC) | $35 | $28 | $7 |
| Iron Studies (Ferritin) | $35 | $28 | $7 |
| Comprehensive Metabolic Panel | $33 | $26 | $7 |
| Stool Occult Blood Test | $31 | $31 | $0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Medicare spend per person in New Hampshire?
In 2026, the average Medicare spending per beneficiary in New Hampshire is $11,907.
How many people are enrolled in Medicare in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has approximately 1,758,520 Medicare beneficiaries.
Did New Hampshire expand Medicaid?
Yes, New Hampshire expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.
What is the uninsured rate in New Hampshire?
The uninsured rate in New Hampshire is 3.2%.
What is the average Medigap premium in New Hampshire?
The average Medigap (Medicare Supplement) premium in New Hampshire is $241 per month.