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Hemoglobin A1C vs Prostatectomy

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Hemoglobin A1C: $30 total · Medicare pays $24 · Patient pays $6

Prostatectomy: $18,000 total · Medicare pays $14,400 · Patient pays $3,600

Cost Comparison

MetricHemoglobin A1CProstatectomy
Total Average Cost$30$18,000
Medicare Pays$24$14,400
Patient Pays$6$3,600
Categorylabhospital

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Hemoglobin A1C and Prostatectomy?
Prostatectomy costs $18,000 on average, while Hemoglobin A1C costs $30 — a difference of $17,970.
How much does Medicare pay for Hemoglobin A1C vs Prostatectomy?
Medicare typically pays $24 for Hemoglobin A1C (patient owes $6). For Prostatectomy, Medicare pays $14,400 (patient owes $3,600).
What is Hemoglobin A1C?
Blood test measuring average blood sugar over 2-3 months.
What is Prostatectomy?
Surgical removal of all or part of the prostate gland.