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ACL Reconstruction vs Carotid Ultrasound

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

ACL Reconstruction: $14,000 total · Medicare pays $11,200 · Patient pays $2,800

Carotid Ultrasound: $400 total · Medicare pays $320 · Patient pays $80

Cost Comparison

MetricACL ReconstructionCarotid Ultrasound
Total Average Cost$14,000$400
Medicare Pays$11,200$320
Patient Pays$2,800$80
Categoryhospitalimaging

FAQ

What is the cost difference between ACL Reconstruction and Carotid Ultrasound?
ACL Reconstruction costs $14,000 on average, while Carotid Ultrasound costs $400 — a difference of $13,600.
How much does Medicare pay for ACL Reconstruction vs Carotid Ultrasound?
Medicare typically pays $11,200 for ACL Reconstruction (patient owes $2,800). For Carotid Ultrasound, Medicare pays $320 (patient owes $80).
What is ACL Reconstruction?
Surgical reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee.
What is Carotid Ultrasound?
Ultrasound imaging of the carotid arteries in the neck.