Gene analysis (survival of motor neuron 1, telomeric) for dosage/deletion
Medicare pricing data for 52 providers across 8 states
This is a specialized procedure with relatively few Medicare claims. Pricing data may be less reliable due to smaller sample sizes. Note: These costs reflect the Medicare physician/supplier component. Hospital facility fees are billed separately and can be 2-5x the physician fee.
💡 What You Should Know
Gene analysis (survival of motor neuron 1, telomeric) for dosage/deletion (HCPCS code 81329) is a medical procedure billed to Medicare. The average Medicare-allowed cost is $134.14, but hospitals typically charge $148.60 — a 1.1x markup. Prices vary significantly by state and provider.
🏷️ Typical Out-of-Pocket Cost
Medicare patients typically pay about 20% of the allowed amount as coinsurance. Based on the average allowed cost of $134.14, your out-of-pocket cost would be approximately $26.83. Actual costs depend on your specific plan, deductible, and whether you've met your annual out-of-pocket maximum.
What Hospitals Charge vs. What Medicare Pays
Hospitals charge 1.1x more than what Medicare allows for this procedure. Medicare actually pays $134.14 on average.
Cost by State
Medicare-allowed amounts vary significantly by state
| State | Allowed Cost | Hospital Charge | Providers | Services | vs. National |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $134 | $156 | 2 | 62 | +0.1% |
| Oklahoma | $134 | $189 | 4 | 288 | +0.1% |
| Arizona | $134 | $175 | 1 | 60 | +0.1% |
| Texas | $134 | $143 | 16 | 5,177 | +0.1% |
| Pennsylvania | $134 | $139 | 5 | 1,115 | +0.0% |
| New Jersey | $134 | $148 | 7 | 1,830 | -0.1% |
| Florida | $134 | $157 | 9 | 659 | -0.1% |
| Maryland | $131 | $426 | 3 | 72 | -2.2% |
⚠️ Important: These costs reflect the Medicare physician/supplier component. Hospital facility fees may be billed separately. Total out-of-pocket costs may be higher.
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