Miscellaneous supply or accessory for use with an implanted ventricular assist device
Medicare pricing data for 18 providers across 7 states
Prices vary significantly by location — from $40 in Ohio to $2,266 in Indiana. 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
Miscellaneous supply or accessory for use with an implanted ventricular assist device (HCPCS code Q0508) is a medical procedure billed to Medicare. The average Medicare-allowed cost is $1,182, but hospitals typically charge $1,248 — 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 $1,182, your out-of-pocket cost would be approximately $236.46. 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 $940.17 on average.
Cost by State
Medicare-allowed amounts vary significantly by state
| State | Allowed Cost | Hospital Charge | Providers | Services | vs. National |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $2,266 | $2,321 | 1 | 1,966 | +91.6% |
| Tennessee | $1,486 | $1,880 | 2 | 2,536 | +25.7% |
| Florida | $1,332 | $1,355 | 2 | 11,136 | +12.7% |
| California | $911 | $926 | 4 | 2,406 | -23.0% |
| Arizona | $460 | $660 | 4 | 29 | -61.1% |
| Minnesota | $130 | $239 | 1 | 92 | -89.0% |
| Ohio | $40 | $41 | 2 | 3,325 | -96.6% |
⚠️ 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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