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How Much Does Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment Cost?

Chronic kidney disease is the gradual loss of kidney function over time. In advanced stages, dangerous levels of fluid and waste can build up in the body. Early stages may have few symptoms but advanced disease requires dialysis or kidney transplant.

Mild
$2.0K — $6.0K
Moderate
$10K — $30K
Severe
$80K — $300K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$37 — $62
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)

Treatment Cost Breakdown

Diagnosis & Acute Treatment

4 procedures
$37 — $62
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals
CPT 80053
$16 — $26
Medicare: $11
Urinalysis with Microscopic Examination
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated
CPT 81001
$5 — $8
Medicare: $3
Urine Microalbumin (protein) Level
Urine microalbumin (protein) level
CPT 82043
$9 — $14
Medicare: $6
Blood Creatinine Level
Blood creatinine level
CPT 82565
$8 — $13
Medicare: $5

Common Medications for Chronic Kidney Disease

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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 Chronic Kidney Disease 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 Chronic Kidney Disease treatment cost?

Treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease typically costs $10K — $30K depending on severity and location.

Does insurance cover Chronic Kidney Disease treatment?

Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.

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