How Much Does Coronary Stent Placement Cost?
Coronary stent placement involves inserting a small mesh tube into a narrowed or blocked coronary artery to keep it open and improve blood flow to the heart. It is typically performed during or after an angioplasty procedure.
Without Insurance
$40,000
With Insurance
$6,000
Medicare
$4,500
National Average
$16,833
Cost by State
| State | Without Insurance | With Insurance | Medicare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $28,800 | $4,300 | $3,250 |
| Arkansas | $30,000 | $4,500 | $3,400 |
| West Virginia | $30,000 | $4,500 | $3,400 |
| Alabama | $31,200 | $4,700 | $3,500 |
| Oklahoma | $31,200 | $4,700 | $3,500 |
| Kentucky | $34,000 | $5,100 | $3,850 |
| Louisiana | $34,400 | $5,150 | $3,850 |
| Iowa | $35,200 | $5,300 | $3,950 |
| New Mexico | $35,200 | $5,300 | $3,950 |
| South Carolina | $35,200 | $5,300 | $3,950 |
| South Dakota | $35,200 | $5,300 | $3,950 |
| Kansas | $35,600 | $5,350 | $4,000 |
| North Dakota | $35,600 | $5,350 | $4,000 |
| Idaho | $36,000 | $5,400 | $4,050 |
| Nebraska | $36,000 | $5,400 | $4,050 |
| Tennessee | $36,000 | $5,400 | $4,050 |
| Indiana | $37,200 | $5,600 | $4,200 |
| Missouri | $37,200 | $5,600 | $4,200 |
| Utah | $37,200 | $5,600 | $4,200 |
| Wyoming | $37,200 | $5,600 | $4,200 |
| Georgia | $37,600 | $5,650 | $4,250 |
| North Carolina | $37,600 | $5,650 | $4,250 |
| Michigan | $38,000 | $5,700 | $4,300 |
| Montana | $38,000 | $5,700 | $4,300 |
| Arizona | $39,200 | $5,900 | $4,400 |
| Ohio | $39,200 | $5,900 | $4,400 |
| Wisconsin | $39,200 | $5,900 | $4,400 |
| Maine | $39,600 | $5,950 | $4,450 |
| Texas | $39,600 | $5,950 | $4,450 |
| Florida | $40,400 | $6,050 | $4,550 |
| Minnesota | $40,400 | $6,050 | $4,550 |
| Illinois | $41,200 | $6,200 | $4,650 |
| Pennsylvania | $41,200 | $6,200 | $4,650 |
| Delaware | $41,600 | $6,250 | $4,700 |
| Nevada | $41,600 | $6,250 | $4,700 |
| Vermont | $41,600 | $6,250 | $4,700 |
| Virginia | $41,600 | $6,250 | $4,700 |
| Colorado | $42,400 | $6,350 | $4,750 |
| New Hampshire | $42,400 | $6,350 | $4,750 |
| Oregon | $42,400 | $6,350 | $4,750 |
| Maryland | $44,000 | $6,600 | $4,950 |
| Rhode Island | $44,400 | $6,650 | $5,000 |
| Washington | $44,400 | $6,650 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | $48,000 | $7,200 | $5,400 |
| New Jersey | $48,000 | $7,200 | $5,400 |
| California | $52,800 | $7,900 | $5,950 |
| Massachusetts | $53,200 | $8,000 | $6,000 |
| Alaska | $54,000 | $8,100 | $6,100 |
| New York | $54,000 | $8,100 | $6,100 |
| Hawaii | $55,200 | $8,300 | $6,200 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does coronary stent placement cost without insurance?
The average cost of coronary stent placement without insurance in the United States is $40,000. Costs vary significantly by state.
Does insurance cover coronary stent placement?
Most health insurance plans cover coronary stent placement when medically necessary. With insurance, the average out-of-pocket cost is $6,000.
Does Medicare cover coronary stent placement?
Medicare Part B typically covers coronary stent placement when ordered by a doctor. The average Medicare-approved amount is $4,500.
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.