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Bronchial Artery Embolization
Bronchial Artery Embolization is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure used to treat hemoptysis (coughing up blood).
Devices used in BAE
Alternatives to BAE
- Bronchoscopy
- Surgical lung resection
How much does BAE cost?
Medicare's national average physician payment for BAE (CPT 37244) is $569 when it is done in a hospital, and $6,137 when it is done in an office-based lab, where the payment also covers supplies and equipment. Hospital facility fees and what you pay depend on your insurance. See costs by city and insurance →
Related reading and technique references
This page is for education and does not replace advice from your doctor. Device information comes from the FDA's public databases and from manufacturers.