Pleura / Peritoneum
How Much Does Asbestos / Mesothelioma Treatment Cost?
Malignant mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure. Extremely aggressive cancer with poor prognosis and very high treatment costs. Long latency period (20-50 years).
Severe
$150K — $500K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$533 — $888
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Timeline
Typical phases of care for Asbestos / Mesothelioma
1
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment 1 procedure
Estimated: $533 — $888
2
Ongoing / Chronic Care 1 procedure
Estimated: $0 — $0
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
1 procedures$533 — $888
$533 — $888
Medicare: $178
Ongoing / Chronic Care
1 procedures$0 — $0
Intensity Modulated Radiation Treatment (imrt)
Intensity modulated radiation treatment (IMRT)
CPT 77385 x25 Daily x 5 weeks
$0 — $0
Medicare: N/A
ICD-10 Diagnosis Codes
C45.0C45.1C45.2C45.7C45.9J92.0
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Costs
Before your appointment, ask these questions to avoid surprise bills
- "What is the total estimated cost for my Asbestos / Mesothelioma treatment, including all follow-up visits?"
- "Are there less expensive treatment alternatives that would be equally effective?"
- "Can any of these procedures be done in an outpatient or office setting instead of a hospital?"
- "Will all the providers involved in my care (anesthesiologist, radiologist, etc.) be in-network?"
- "Do you offer payment plans or financial assistance for patients?"
- "What will my insurance cover, and what is my estimated out-of-pocket responsibility?"
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Asbestos / Mesothelioma treatment cost?
Treatment for Asbestos / Mesothelioma typically costs $533 — $888 depending on severity and location. Severe cases may have lifetime costs up to $2.5M.
Does insurance cover Asbestos / Mesothelioma treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Asbestos / Mesothelioma. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.