Brachytherapy source, stranded, palladium-103, per source
Medicare pricing data for 13 providers across 3 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
Brachytherapy source, stranded, palladium-103, per source (HCPCS code C2640) is a medical procedure billed to Medicare. The average Medicare-allowed cost is $82.80, but hospitals typically charge $131.99 — a 1.6x 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 $82.80, your out-of-pocket cost would be approximately $16.56. 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 1.6x more than what Medicare allows for this procedure. Medicare actually pays $65.96 on average.
Cost by State
Medicare-allowed amounts vary significantly by state
| State | Allowed Cost | Hospital Charge | Providers | Services | vs. National |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | $85 | $153 | 1 | 894 | +3.2% |
| California | $85 | $112 | 5 | 1,351 | +2.6% |
| Texas | $79 | $85 | 1 | 1,594 | -4.0% |
⚠️ 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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