Cost of a Abscess Drainage Visit
in Minnesota
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Minnesota's healthcare system, anchored by renowned institutions like Mayo Clinic and supported by Medicaid expansion, provides patients with extensive access to specialized care including abscess drainage procedures. Patients typically pay between $80 and $540 for Abscess Drainage services, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $149 based on negotiated insurance rates. Minnesota has 733 active Abscess Drainage providers across the state, giving patients multiple options for care in both urban centers and rural communities.
Average
$256
Median
$149
Lowest
$80
Highest
$540
Providers
733
43% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does abscess drainage (i&d) compare to related procedures in Minnesota?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skin Biopsy Tangential biopsy of skin | 11102 | $33 | $89 | $310 | 602 |
| Joint Injection Injection into a major joint or bursa | 20610 | $57 | $128 | $487 | 915 |
| Blood Draw (Venipuncture) Routine venipuncture for blood sample | 36415 | $3 | $3 | $91 | 3,776 |
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 Minnesota
Minnesota's healthcare costs run approximately 2% above the national average, reflecting the state's strong provider networks and quality-focused care delivery model. The concentration of major health systems in the Twin Cities creates pricing dynamics that differ significantly from the state's extensive rural regions.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Twin Cities metro area offers numerous urgent care and emergency options for abscess drainage, creating competitive pricing, while Greater Minnesota's rural counties often rely on critical access hospitals with higher overhead costs. Patients in northern Minnesota may need to travel significant distances for specialized care, potentially adding transportation costs to their total expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based emergency departments in Minnesota typically charge 2-3 times more than independent urgent care centers for routine abscess drainage procedures due to higher staffing and facility costs. Major health systems like Mayo Clinic, Allina Health, and M Health Fairview often have standardized pricing across their networks, while independent providers may offer more flexibility in cash pricing.
Insurance Market Competition in Minnesota
The presence of multiple strong insurers including BCBS Minnesota, UHC, and HealthPartners creates competitive negotiated rates that benefit patients compared to states with limited insurer options. Minnesota's state employee health plan and strong union presence also influence regional pricing standards. The competitive market generally keeps urgent care costs reasonable compared to neighboring states.
Physician Supply and Demand in Minnesota
With 733 active Abscess Drainage providers statewide, Minnesota maintains adequate supply relative to its population, helping moderate pricing and reduce wait times for non-emergency procedures. The concentration of medical training programs in Minneapolis-St. Paul ensures steady provider pipeline, though rural areas still face periodic shortages. This supply-demand balance generally favors patients in terms of both access and cost control.
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 Minnesota
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Does Minnesota Medicaid cover Abscess Drainage visits?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Abscess Drainage visit in Minnesota?
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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 |