Zinc air battery for use with cochlear implant device and auditory osseointegrated sound processors, replacement, each
Medicare pricing data for 10 providers across 3 states
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
Zinc air battery for use with cochlear implant device and auditory osseointegrated sound processors, replacement, each (HCPCS code L8621) is a medical procedure billed to Medicare. The average Medicare-allowed cost is $0.69, but hospitals typically charge $0.71 — a 1.0x 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 $0.69, your out-of-pocket cost would be approximately $0.14. 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 1.0x more than what Medicare allows for this procedure. Medicare actually pays $0.48 on average.
Cost by State
Medicare-allowed amounts vary significantly by state
| State | Allowed Cost | Hospital Charge | Providers | Services | vs. National |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $1 | $1 | 1 | 1,250 | +1.4% |
| New Jersey | $1 | $1 | 2 | 136,019 | 0.0% |
| North Carolina | $1 | $1 | 1 | 1,381 | 0.0% |
⚠️ 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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