Removing plaque from the carotid artery in the neck. What Medicare pays in each setting, in every state, and where it costs less.
Removing plaque from the carotid artery in the neck.
Every bill for the whole procedure: facility, surgeon, anesthesia and the care around it
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Medicare's 2026 national price for carotid artery surgery is $9,580 at hospital stay. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.
These are Medicare's payment rates, a public benchmark for a fair price. What you pay depends on your insurance, deductible and the provider. Ask for a written estimate before you book; if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate.