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EKG (Electrocardiogram) vs PSA Test (Prostate Screening)

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

EKG (Electrocardiogram): $150 total · Medicare pays $120 · Patient pays $30

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

Cost Comparison

MetricEKG (Electrocardiogram)PSA Test (Prostate Screening)
Total Average Cost$150$40
Medicare Pays$120$40
Patient Pays$30$0
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FAQ

What is the cost difference between EKG (Electrocardiogram) and PSA Test (Prostate Screening)?
EKG (Electrocardiogram) costs $150 on average, while PSA Test (Prostate Screening) costs $40 — a difference of $110.
How much does Medicare pay for EKG (Electrocardiogram) vs PSA Test (Prostate Screening)?
Medicare typically pays $120 for EKG (Electrocardiogram) (patient owes $30). For PSA Test (Prostate Screening), Medicare pays $40 (patient owes $0).
What is EKG (Electrocardiogram)?
Test recording the electrical activity of the heart.
What is PSA Test (Prostate Screening)?
Blood test to screen for prostate cancer.