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CT Angiography vs Tonsillectomy

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

CT Angiography: $1,500 total · Medicare pays $1,200 · Patient pays $300

Tonsillectomy: $5,500 total · Medicare pays $4,400 · Patient pays $1,100

Cost Comparison

MetricCT AngiographyTonsillectomy
Total Average Cost$1,500$5,500
Medicare Pays$1,200$4,400
Patient Pays$300$1,100
Categoryimagingoutpatient

FAQ

What is the cost difference between CT Angiography and Tonsillectomy?
Tonsillectomy costs $5,500 on average, while CT Angiography costs $1,500 — a difference of $4,000.
How much does Medicare pay for CT Angiography vs Tonsillectomy?
Medicare typically pays $1,200 for CT Angiography (patient owes $300). For Tonsillectomy, Medicare pays $4,400 (patient owes $1,100).
What is CT Angiography?
CT imaging of blood vessels using contrast dye.
What is Tonsillectomy?
Surgical removal of the tonsils.