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Echocardiogram vs PSA Test (Prostate Screening)

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Echocardiogram: $600 total · Medicare pays $480 · Patient pays $120

PSA Test (Prostate Screening): $40 total · Medicare pays $40 · Patient pays $0

Cost Comparison

MetricEchocardiogramPSA Test (Prostate Screening)
Total Average Cost$600$40
Medicare Pays$480$40
Patient Pays$120$0
Categoryimagingphysician

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Echocardiogram and PSA Test (Prostate Screening)?
Echocardiogram costs $600 on average, while PSA Test (Prostate Screening) costs $40 — a difference of $560.
How much does Medicare pay for Echocardiogram vs PSA Test (Prostate Screening)?
Medicare typically pays $480 for Echocardiogram (patient owes $120). For PSA Test (Prostate Screening), Medicare pays $40 (patient owes $0).
What is Echocardiogram?
Ultrasound imaging of the heart.
What is PSA Test (Prostate Screening)?
Blood test to screen for prostate cancer.