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ACL Reconstruction vs Dialysis Access Surgery

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

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

Dialysis Access Surgery: $6,000 total · Medicare pays $4,800 · Patient pays $1,200

Cost Comparison

MetricACL ReconstructionDialysis Access Surgery
Total Average Cost$14,000$6,000
Medicare Pays$11,200$4,800
Patient Pays$2,800$1,200
Categoryhospitaloutpatient

FAQ

What is the cost difference between ACL Reconstruction and Dialysis Access Surgery?
ACL Reconstruction costs $14,000 on average, while Dialysis Access Surgery costs $6,000 — a difference of $8,000.
How much does Medicare pay for ACL Reconstruction vs Dialysis Access Surgery?
Medicare typically pays $11,200 for ACL Reconstruction (patient owes $2,800). For Dialysis Access Surgery, Medicare pays $4,800 (patient owes $1,200).
What is ACL Reconstruction?
Surgical reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee.
What is Dialysis Access Surgery?
Creation of vascular access for hemodialysis treatment.