Brachytherapy source, non-stranded, iodine-125, per source
Medicare pricing data for 19 providers across 6 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
Brachytherapy source, non-stranded, iodine-125, per source (HCPCS code C2639) is a medical procedure billed to Medicare. The average Medicare-allowed cost is $34.25, but hospitals typically charge $65.02 — a 1.9x 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 $34.25, your out-of-pocket cost would be approximately $6.85. 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 1.9x more than what Medicare allows for this procedure. Medicare actually pays $27.29 on average.
Cost by State
Medicare-allowed amounts vary significantly by state
| State | Allowed Cost | Hospital Charge | Providers | Services | vs. National |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $35 | $80 | 2 | 1,501 | +1.5% |
| Georgia | $35 | $42 | 2 | 3,085 | +1.5% |
| Arizona | $35 | $115 | 1 | 1,510 | +1.5% |
| California | $34 | $50 | 3 | 974 | +0.4% |
| Florida | $34 | $39 | 5 | 2,001 | -1.2% |
| Maryland | $34 | $79 | 3 | 2,984 | -2.0% |
⚠️ 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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