How Much Does Radiation Therapy (course) Cost?
Radiation therapy uses high-energy beams to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumors. A full course typically consists of daily treatments over several weeks. The cost covers treatment planning, imaging, and all radiation sessions in the prescribed course.
Without Insurance
$15,000
With Insurance
$3,000
Medicare
$2,500
National Average
$6,833
Cost by State
| State | Without Insurance | With Insurance | Medicare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $10,950 | $2,190 | $1,825 |
| Arkansas | $11,250 | $2,250 | $1,875 |
| West Virginia | $11,250 | $2,250 | $1,875 |
| Alabama | $11,700 | $2,340 | $1,950 |
| Oklahoma | $11,700 | $2,340 | $1,950 |
| Kentucky | $12,750 | $2,550 | $2,125 |
| Louisiana | $12,900 | $2,580 | $2,150 |
| Iowa | $13,200 | $2,640 | $2,200 |
| New Mexico | $13,200 | $2,640 | $2,200 |
| South Carolina | $13,200 | $2,640 | $2,200 |
| South Dakota | $13,200 | $2,640 | $2,200 |
| Kansas | $13,350 | $2,670 | $2,225 |
| North Dakota | $13,350 | $2,670 | $2,225 |
| Idaho | $13,500 | $2,700 | $2,250 |
| Nebraska | $13,500 | $2,700 | $2,250 |
| Tennessee | $13,500 | $2,700 | $2,250 |
| Indiana | $13,950 | $2,790 | $2,325 |
| Missouri | $13,950 | $2,790 | $2,325 |
| Utah | $13,950 | $2,790 | $2,325 |
| Wyoming | $13,950 | $2,790 | $2,325 |
| Georgia | $14,100 | $2,820 | $2,350 |
| North Carolina | $14,100 | $2,820 | $2,350 |
| Michigan | $14,250 | $2,850 | $2,375 |
| Montana | $14,250 | $2,850 | $2,375 |
| Arizona | $14,700 | $2,940 | $2,450 |
| Ohio | $14,700 | $2,940 | $2,450 |
| Wisconsin | $14,700 | $2,940 | $2,450 |
| Maine | $14,850 | $2,970 | $2,475 |
| Texas | $14,850 | $2,970 | $2,475 |
| Florida | $15,150 | $3,030 | $2,525 |
| Minnesota | $15,150 | $3,030 | $2,525 |
| Illinois | $15,450 | $3,090 | $2,575 |
| Pennsylvania | $15,450 | $3,090 | $2,575 |
| Delaware | $15,600 | $3,120 | $2,600 |
| Nevada | $15,600 | $3,120 | $2,600 |
| Vermont | $15,600 | $3,120 | $2,600 |
| Virginia | $15,600 | $3,120 | $2,600 |
| Colorado | $15,900 | $3,180 | $2,650 |
| New Hampshire | $15,900 | $3,180 | $2,650 |
| Oregon | $15,900 | $3,180 | $2,650 |
| Maryland | $16,500 | $3,300 | $2,750 |
| Rhode Island | $16,650 | $3,330 | $2,775 |
| Washington | $16,650 | $3,330 | $2,775 |
| Connecticut | $18,000 | $3,600 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | $18,000 | $3,600 | $3,000 |
| California | $19,650 | $3,930 | $3,275 |
| Massachusetts | $19,950 | $3,990 | $3,325 |
| Alaska | $20,250 | $4,050 | $3,375 |
| New York | $20,250 | $4,050 | $3,375 |
| Hawaii | $20,700 | $4,140 | $3,450 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does radiation therapy (course) cost without insurance?
The average cost of radiation therapy (course) without insurance in the United States is $15,000. Costs vary significantly by state.
Does insurance cover radiation therapy (course)?
Most health insurance plans cover radiation therapy (course) when medically necessary. With insurance, the average out-of-pocket cost is $3,000.
Does Medicare cover radiation therapy (course)?
Medicare Part B typically covers radiation therapy (course) when ordered by a doctor. The average Medicare-approved amount is $2,500.
Data sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data 2025. Last updated: 2026-03-01. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.