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Oklahoma

Cost of a Abscess Drainage Visit
in Oklahoma

Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC

Oklahoma's healthcare costs run approximately 8% below the national average, creating more affordable access to Abscess Drainage procedures across the state's diverse urban and rural landscape. For Abscess Drainage visits in Oklahoma, patients typically pay between $79 and $227, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $104 based on negotiated insurance rates from over 1,100 active providers. Whether you're in Oklahoma City's medical corridor or seeking care in smaller communities, Oklahoma offers numerous qualified providers for abscess drainage procedures.

Average

$137

Median

$104

Lowest

$79

Highest

$227

Providers

1,113

National avg: $180Oklahoma: $137

24% below national average

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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 10060Incision 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 Oklahoma

Oklahoma's healthcare costs run about 8% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and competitive provider market. The state's mix of urban medical centers in Oklahoma City and Tulsa alongside extensive rural communities creates distinct cost patterns for abscess drainage procedures.

Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability

Oklahoma City and Tulsa metro areas offer numerous urgent care centers and hospital-based clinics for abscess drainage, creating competitive pricing. Rural Oklahoma counties often rely on critical access hospitals or require travel to regional medical centers, though costs are frequently lower due to reduced overhead expenses.

Facility Type and Overhead Costs

Major health systems like Integris Health and Saint Francis Health System operate hospital-based outpatient clinics with higher facility fees, while independent urgent care centers typically offer lower total costs for abscess drainage. Stand-alone emergency departments, increasingly common in Oklahoma suburbs, fall between traditional ERs and urgent care in both cost and capability.

Insurance Market Competition in Oklahoma

BCBS Oklahoma dominates the individual market while UHC and CommunityCare compete primarily in employer-sponsored plans, creating varied negotiated rates for abscess drainage procedures. Limited insurer competition in rural counties can result in higher patient costs compared to urban areas with more plan choices.

Physician Supply and Demand in Oklahoma

With over 1,100 providers capable of performing abscess drainage procedures, Oklahoma maintains adequate supply in urban areas but faces shortages in rural counties. This geographic imbalance affects pricing, with rural areas sometimes charging premium rates despite lower overhead costs due to limited provider availability.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Abscess Drainage Costs in Oklahoma

What is the average cost of a Abscess Drainage visit in Oklahoma without insurance?

Without insurance, abscess drainage in Oklahoma typically costs between $79 and $227, with a median cost of $104 based on negotiated insurance rates. Self-pay patients often receive discounts of 20-40% from these rates, particularly at urgent care centers and independent clinics throughout the state.

Does Oklahoma Medicaid cover Abscess Drainage visits?

Oklahoma Medicaid covers medically necessary abscess drainage procedures, but the state has not expanded Medicaid, limiting eligibility to specific categories like pregnant women, children, and disabled individuals. Adults without dependent children typically don't qualify unless they meet strict income and asset requirements, making cash-pay options important for many Oklahoma residents.

How do I find an affordable Abscess Drainage near me in Oklahoma?

Compare costs between urgent care centers, which often charge less than hospital-based clinics for abscess drainage procedures. Many Oklahoma providers offer self-pay discounts, and community health centers in cities like Oklahoma City and Tulsa provide sliding-scale fees based on income for uninsured patients.

What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?

Initial abscess drainage procedures typically cost the full $79-$227 range as they include both the evaluation and drainage procedure. Follow-up visits for wound checks or dressing changes usually cost significantly less, often $50-$100, since they involve assessment and basic wound care rather than the initial drainage procedure.

Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Abscess Drainage visit in Oklahoma?

Yes, abscess drainage procedures qualify as eligible medical expenses for both HSA and FSA accounts since they treat a specific medical condition. You can use these pre-tax dollars for the procedure cost, follow-up visits, and related supplies like antibiotics or wound care materials prescribed by your Oklahoma provider.

How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Abscess Drainage in Oklahoma?

Telemedicine cannot replace in-person abscess drainage procedures since the condition requires physical drainage and wound care. However, virtual consultations in Oklahoma can help determine if your symptoms require immediate drainage or if other treatments might be tried first, potentially saving unnecessary urgent care visits that typically cost $150-$300.

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Average Visit Cost

$92
$317

Office visit (CPT 10060)

Compare With Other States

RankStateAverage
1Wisconsin
Range: $73$779
$317
2North Dakota
Range: $80$611
$277
3Iowa
Range: $85$502
$267
4Minnesota
Range: $80$540
$256
5Massachusetts
Range: $80$464
$237
6Rhode Island
Range: $80$464
$237
7Illinois
Range: $80$459
$230
8Connecticut
Range: $80$464
$230
9Nebraska
Range: $119$308
$228
10New York
Range: $81$464
$227
11Delaware
Range: $76$464
$219
12Pennsylvania
Range: $73$464
$219
13Michigan
Range: $80$464
$216
14West Virginia
Range: $80$456
$216
15New Hampshire
Range: $112$303
$214
16Indiana
Range: $80$456
$210
17Georgia
Range: $83$397
$209
18Wyoming
Range: $80$372
$206
19Maine
Range: $126$254
$200
20Oregon
Range: $80$387
$195
21District of Columbia
Range: $76$346
$194
22Washington
Range: $80$324
$182
23South Dakota
Range: $83$309
$178
24Vermont
Range: $95$290
$178
25New Mexico
Range: $85$274
$172
26Alaska
Range: $80$348
$169
27Colorado
Range: $62$309
$168
28North Carolina
Range: $77$297
$168
29Utah
Range: $40$278
$168
30Kentucky
Range: $80$308
$167
31Hawaii
Range: $80$308
$166
32Montana
Range: $80$308
$156
33Idaho
Range: $80$289
$155
34New Jersey
Range: $44$306
$151
35Arkansas
Range: $85$224
$149
36Maryland
Range: $71$254
$145
37Texas
Range: $80$233
$142
38Virginia
Range: $67$244
$140
39South Carolina
Range: $80$232
$140
40Oklahoma
Range: $79$227
$137
41Tennessee
Range: $83$204
$135
42Louisiana
Range: $76$211
$132
43Missouri
Range: $81$178
$131
44Kansas
Range: $88$177
$129
45Alabama
Range: $76$203
$127
46Ohio
Range: $63$206
$124
47Arizona
Range: $80$192
$124
48Mississippi
Range: $79$187
$124
49California
Range: $15$264
$122
50Nevada
Range: $30$189
$102
51Florida
Range: $35$187
$92
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