Cost of a Abscess Drainage Visit
in Alabama
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Alabama's healthcare costs typically run 8% below national averages, yet Abscess Drainage procedures still show significant price variation across the state's diverse medical landscape. Patients typically pay between $76 and $203 for incision and drainage procedures, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $102. Over 2,685 active providers across Alabama perform these procedures, giving patients substantial options when browsing all providers in Alabama.
Average
$127
Median
$102
Lowest
$76
Highest
$203
Providers
2,685
29% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does abscess drainage (i&d) compare to related procedures in Alabama?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skin Biopsy Tangential biopsy of skin | 11102 | $31 | $81 | $152 | 2,408 |
| Joint Injection Injection into a major joint or bursa | 20610 | $38 | $68 | $117 | 2,687 |
| Blood Draw (Venipuncture) Routine venipuncture for blood sample | 36415 | $1 | $3 | $80 | 2,773 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 10060 — Incision and drainage of abscess, simple). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 10060 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 10060 (Incision and drainage of abscess, simple), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 10060 covers: the provider's professional fee for abscess drainage (i&d). It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Why Abscess Drainage Visit Costs Vary Across Alabama
Alabama's healthcare costs run approximately 8% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and competitive provider environment. The state's mix of major metropolitan areas and extensive rural regions creates distinct cost patterns across different geographic markets.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Birmingham and Montgomery offer concentrated specialist networks with competitive pricing, while rural Alabama counties often have limited local options requiring travel to larger cities. This geographic disparity means rural patients may face higher indirect costs through travel time and distance, even when procedure fees are lower. Telemedicine consultations are increasingly bridging this gap for initial evaluations before in-person procedures.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Major health systems like UAB Medicine and Baptist Health operate hospital-based outpatient clinics with higher overhead costs reflected in facility fees. Independent urgent care centers and dermatology practices typically offer more competitive rates for routine drainage procedures. The state's growing number of outpatient surgery centers provides a middle ground between hospital and office-based care.
Insurance Market Competition in Alabama
BCBS Alabama's market dominance limits insurer competition compared to other states, potentially affecting negotiated rate variations between providers. The concentrated market means fewer negotiating entities, which can either standardize rates or reduce competitive pressure on pricing. Limited insurer options on the ACA marketplace further concentrate market power among fewer players.
Physician Supply and Demand in Alabama
With 2,685 active providers performing drainage procedures, Alabama maintains adequate specialist availability relative to its population size. This healthy provider supply creates competitive pressure that helps keep costs below national averages. Wait times for non-emergency procedures typically remain reasonable, allowing patients to shop for value without compromising timely care access.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Abscess Drainage Costs in Alabama
What is the average cost of a Abscess Drainage visit in Alabama without insurance?
Does Alabama Medicaid cover Abscess Drainage visits?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Abscess Drainage visit in Alabama?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Abscess Drainage in Alabama?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 10060)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $779 | $317 |
| 2 | North Dakota Range: $80 – $611 | $277 |
| 3 | Iowa Range: $85 – $502 | $267 |
| 4 | Minnesota Range: $80 – $540 | $256 |
| 5 | Massachusetts Range: $80 – $464 | $237 |
| 6 | Rhode Island Range: $80 – $464 | $237 |
| 7 | Illinois Range: $80 – $459 | $230 |
| 8 | Connecticut Range: $80 – $464 | $230 |
| 9 | Nebraska Range: $119 – $308 | $228 |
| 10 | New York Range: $81 – $464 | $227 |
| 11 | Delaware Range: $76 – $464 | $219 |
| 12 | Pennsylvania Range: $73 – $464 | $219 |
| 13 | Michigan Range: $80 – $464 | $216 |
| 14 | West Virginia Range: $80 – $456 | $216 |
| 15 | New Hampshire Range: $112 – $303 | $214 |
| 16 | Indiana Range: $80 – $456 | $210 |
| 17 | Georgia Range: $83 – $397 | $209 |
| 18 | Wyoming Range: $80 – $372 | $206 |
| 19 | Maine Range: $126 – $254 | $200 |
| 20 | Oregon Range: $80 – $387 | $195 |
| 21 | District of Columbia Range: $76 – $346 | $194 |
| 22 | Washington Range: $80 – $324 | $182 |
| 23 | South Dakota Range: $83 – $309 | $178 |
| 24 | Vermont Range: $95 – $290 | $178 |
| 25 | New Mexico Range: $85 – $274 | $172 |
| 26 | Alaska Range: $80 – $348 | $169 |
| 27 | Colorado Range: $62 – $309 | $168 |
| 28 | North Carolina Range: $77 – $297 | $168 |
| 29 | Utah Range: $40 – $278 | $168 |
| 30 | Kentucky Range: $80 – $308 | $167 |
| 31 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $308 | $166 |
| 32 | Montana Range: $80 – $308 | $156 |
| 33 | Idaho Range: $80 – $289 | $155 |
| 34 | New Jersey Range: $44 – $306 | $151 |
| 35 | Arkansas Range: $85 – $224 | $149 |
| 36 | Maryland Range: $71 – $254 | $145 |
| 37 | Texas Range: $80 – $233 | $142 |
| 38 | Virginia Range: $67 – $244 | $140 |
| 39 | South Carolina Range: $80 – $232 | $140 |
| 40 | Oklahoma Range: $79 – $227 | $137 |
| 41 | Tennessee Range: $83 – $204 | $135 |
| 42 | Louisiana Range: $76 – $211 | $132 |
| 43 | Missouri Range: $81 – $178 | $131 |
| 44 | Kansas Range: $88 – $177 | $129 |
| 45 | Alabama Range: $76 – $203 | $127 |
| 46 | Ohio Range: $63 – $206 | $124 |
| 47 | Arizona Range: $80 – $192 | $124 |
| 48 | Mississippi Range: $79 – $187 | $124 |
| 49 | California Range: $15 – $264 | $122 |
| 50 | Nevada Range: $30 – $189 | $102 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $187 | $92 |