Respiratory
How Much Does Pulmonary Fibrosis (Interstitial Lung Disease) Treatment Cost?
Pulmonary fibrosis occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged and scarred, making it progressively harder to breathe. The thickened, stiff tissue prevents the lungs from working properly. In many cases the cause is unknown (idiopathic). Lung transplant may be needed.
Mild
$5.0K — $15K
Moderate
$20K — $60K
Severe
$100K — $500K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$5,988 — $9,980
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
9 procedures$5,988 — $9,980
Bronchoscopy/lung bx each
CPT 31628
$238 — $397
Medicare: $159
Thoracoscopy w/bx infiltrate
CPT 32607
$434 — $723
Medicare: $289
Lung transplant single
CPT 32851
$4,573 — $7,621
Medicare: $3,049
Ct thorax dx c-
CPT 71250
$199 — $332
Medicare: $133
Vent mgmt inpat init day
CPT 94002
$129 — $215
Medicare: $86
Spirometry / pulmonary function test
CPT 94010
$16 — $26
Medicare: $10
Plethysmography lung volumes
CPT 94726
$96 — $160
Medicare: $64
Diffusing capacity
CPT 94729
$95 — $159
Medicare: $63
$209 — $349
Medicare: $139
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pulmonary Fibrosis (Interstitial Lung Disease) treatment cost?
Treatment for Pulmonary Fibrosis (Interstitial Lung Disease) typically costs $20K — $60K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Pulmonary Fibrosis (Interstitial Lung Disease) treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Pulmonary Fibrosis (Interstitial Lung Disease). Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.