Cancer/Oncology
How Much Does Thyroid Cancer Treatment Cost?
Thyroid cancer is a growth of cells in the thyroid gland. Most types grow slowly, are highly treatable, and have excellent survival rates. Treatment typically involves surgical removal of the thyroid (thyroidectomy), sometimes followed by radioactive iodine therapy.
Mild
$10K — $25K
Moderate
$25K — $50K
Severe
$50K — $150K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$5,027 — $8,378
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
10 procedures$5,027 — $8,378
Removal of lymph nodes neck
CPT 38724
$1,894 — $3,156
Medicare: $1,263
Biopsy of thyroid
CPT 60100
$98 — $164
Medicare: $65
Partial removal of thyroid
CPT 60220
$960 — $1,601
Medicare: $640
Removal of thyroid
CPT 60240
$1,245 — $2,074
Medicare: $830
Us exam of head and neck
CPT 76536
$163 — $271
Medicare: $109
Thyroid imaging w/blood flow
CPT 78014
$316 — $527
Medicare: $211
Nuclear rx oral admin
CPT 79005
$198 — $331
Medicare: $132
$25 — $42
Medicare: $17
$22 — $36
Medicare: $15
Tissue exam by pathologist
CPT 88305
$105 — $175
Medicare: $70
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Thyroid Cancer treatment cost?
Treatment for Thyroid Cancer typically costs $25K — $50K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Thyroid Cancer treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Thyroid Cancer. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.