Cost of a Abscess Drainage Visit
in Maine
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Maine's rural geography and limited specialist availability contribute to healthcare costs that run approximately 12% above national averages. Patients seeking Abscess Drainage typically pay between $126 and $254, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $220. Over 1,500 active providers across Maine offer these services, from Portland's urban medical centers to smaller community hospitals in Aroostook County. Patients can browse all Abscess Drainage providers throughout Maine to compare costs and coverage options.
Average
$200
Median
$220
Lowest
$126
Highest
$254
Providers
1,552
11% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does abscess drainage (i&d) compare to related procedures in Maine?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skin Biopsy Tangential biopsy of skin | 11102 | $100 | $186 | $206 | 1,552 |
| Joint Injection Injection into a major joint or bursa | 20610 | $75 | $112 | $128 | 1,553 |
| Blood Draw (Venipuncture) Routine venipuncture for blood sample | 36415 | $3 | $5 | $5 | 1,753 |
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 Maine
Healthcare costs in Maine run approximately 12% above national averages, driven by the state's rural geography, aging population, and limited provider competition in many regions. The concentration of specialists in southern Maine creates access challenges for residents in Aroostook, Washington, and other northern counties.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Portland and Lewiston offer multiple options for abscess drainage, including emergency departments, urgent care centers, and specialist offices, creating competitive pricing. Rural areas often rely on critical access hospitals or require patients to travel significant distances for specialized care. This geographic disparity affects both cost and convenience, with rural patients sometimes paying more due to limited local options.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
MaineHealth and Northern Light Health systems operate hospital-based outpatient clinics that typically charge facility fees in addition to physician fees for abscess drainage procedures. Independent urgent care centers and dermatology practices often have lower overhead costs and more competitive pricing. The choice between emergency department, urgent care, or specialist office can significantly impact your total cost.
Insurance Market Competition in Maine
Anthem dominates Maine's individual insurance market, while Harvard Pilgrim and UHC compete primarily in the employer-sponsored segment. This concentrated market gives insurers significant negotiating power with providers, but also means fewer coverage options for consumers. Limited competition can result in higher premiums and more restrictive networks compared to states with more insurer choices.
Physician Supply and Demand in Maine
With over 1,500 providers capable of performing abscess drainage procedures, Maine has reasonable access to this common treatment across multiple specialties. However, the state faces physician shortages in rural areas, which can lead to longer wait times and higher costs for non-urgent procedures. The concentration of providers in Cumberland and Penobscot counties means better access and competitive pricing in these metropolitan areas.
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 Maine
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Abscess Drainage visit in Maine?
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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 |