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Hernia Repair vs X-Ray Spine

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Hernia Repair: $11,000 total · Medicare pays $8,800 · Patient pays $2,200

X-Ray Spine: $200 total · Medicare pays $160 · Patient pays $40

Cost Comparison

MetricHernia RepairX-Ray Spine
Total Average Cost$11,000$200
Medicare Pays$8,800$160
Patient Pays$2,200$40
Categoryhospitalimaging

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Hernia Repair and X-Ray Spine?
Hernia Repair costs $11,000 on average, while X-Ray Spine costs $200 — a difference of $10,800.
How much does Medicare pay for Hernia Repair vs X-Ray Spine?
Medicare typically pays $8,800 for Hernia Repair (patient owes $2,200). For X-Ray Spine, Medicare pays $160 (patient owes $40).
What is Hernia Repair?
Surgical procedure to fix a hernia, where tissue pushes through a weak spot in muscle.
What is X-Ray Spine?
X-ray imaging of the spine.