Iodine i-131 sodium iodide capsule(s), therapeutic, per millicurie
Medicare pricing data for 116 providers across 5 states
Prices vary significantly by location — from $19 in Texas to $107 in Florida. Where you get this procedure matters more than almost any other factor. 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
Iodine i-131 sodium iodide capsule(s), therapeutic, per millicurie (HCPCS code A9517) is a medical procedure billed to Medicare. The average Medicare-allowed cost is $42.61, but hospitals typically charge $130.47 — a 3.1x 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 $42.61, your out-of-pocket cost would be approximately $8.52. 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 3.1x more than what Medicare allows for this procedure. Medicare actually pays $33.96 on average.
Cost by State
Medicare-allowed amounts vary significantly by state
| State | Allowed Cost | Hospital Charge | Providers | Services | vs. National |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $107 | $234 | 15 | 1,616 | +149.9% |
| Mississippi | $59 | $104 | 2 | 488 | +39.4% |
| Arizona | $40 | $85 | 14 | 2,428 | -5.7% |
| California | $37 | $173 | 17 | 4,279 | -13.0% |
| Texas | $19 | $77 | 13 | 522 | -54.4% |
⚠️ 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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