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Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE)
Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph).
Devices used in PAE
Alternatives to PAE
- Medications (alpha blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors)
- TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate)
- Prostatic urethral lift
- Water vapor therapy
How much does PAE cost?
Medicare's national average physician payment for PAE (CPT 37243) is $485 when it is done in a hospital, and $8,035 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 →
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.