Cardiovascular
How Much Does Deep Vein Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism Treatment Cost?
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the leg. If the clot breaks loose and travels to the lungs, it becomes a pulmonary embolism (PE), which can be life-threatening. Treatment involves blood thinners and sometimes clot-dissolving drugs.
Mild
$3.0K — $8.0K
Moderate
$15K — $40K
Severe
$40K — $120K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$2,862 — $4,770
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
11 procedures$2,862 — $4,770
Place catheter in vein
CPT 36010
$143 — $238
Medicare: $95
Prim art m-thrmbc 1st vsl
CPT 37184
$565 — $941
Medicare: $376
Venous mech thrombectomy
CPT 37187
$519 — $864
Medicare: $346
Ct angiography chest
CPT 71275
$421 — $701
Medicare: $281
Lung ventilat&perfus imaging
CPT 78582
$436 — $726
Medicare: $291
$26 — $43
Medicare: $17
Blood test, clotting time
CPT 85610
$6 — $11
Medicare: $4
$9 — $15
Medicare: $6
Extremity study
CPT 93970
$276 — $460
Medicare: $184
Extremity study
CPT 93971
$174 — $291
Medicare: $116
$287 — $479
Medicare: $192
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Deep Vein Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism treatment cost?
Treatment for Deep Vein Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism typically costs $15K — $40K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Deep Vein Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Deep Vein Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.