Oklahoma

Cost of a Abscess Drainage Visit
in Oklahoma

Name: Abscess Drainage (I&D) Cost in Oklahoma (2026)
Creator: Jayant Panwar
Published: 2026-03-18

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

Compare Similar Procedures

How does abscess drainage (i&d) compare to related procedures in Oklahoma?

Procedure	CPT	Low	Median	High	Providers
Skin Biopsy Tangential biopsy of skin	11102	$32	$78	$187	1,061
Joint Injection Injection into a major joint or bursa	20610	$38	$85	$136	2,127
Blood Draw (Venipuncture) Routine venipuncture for blood sample	36415	$2	$3	$85	2,771

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.

Full data methodology and glossary

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

Rank	State	Average↓	Min⇅	Max⇅	Providers⇅
1	Wisconsin(WI) Range: $73 – $779	$317	$73	$779	7,190
2	North Dakota(ND) Range: $80 – $611	$277	$80	$611	58
3	Iowa(IA) Range: $85 – $502	$267	$85	$502	624
4	Minnesota(MN) Range: $80 – $540	$256	$80	$540	733
5	Massachusetts(MA) Range: $80 – $464	$237	$80	$464	1,389
6	Rhode Island(RI) Range: $80 – $464	$237	$80	$464	88
7	Illinois(IL) Range: $80 – $459	$230	$80	$459	9,075
8	Connecticut(CT) Range: $80 – $464	$230	$80	$464	448
9	Nebraska(NE) Range: $119 – $308	$228	$119	$308	2,198
10	New York(NY) Range: $81 – $464	$227	$81	$464	31,147
11	Delaware(DE) Range: $76 – $464	$219	$76	$464	100
12	Pennsylvania(PA) Range: $73 – $464	$219	$73	$464	1,455
13	Michigan(MI) Range: $80 – $464	$216	$80	$464	2,466
14	West Virginia(WV) Range: $80 – $456	$216	$80	$456	141
15	New Hampshire(NH) Range: $112 – $303	$214	$112	$303	3,686
16	Indiana(IN) Range: $80 – $456	$210	$80	$456	651
17	Georgia(GA) Range: $83 – $397	$209	$83	$397	3,461
18	Wyoming(WY) Range: $80 – $372	$206	$80	$372	189
19	Maine(ME) Range: $126 – $254	$200	$126	$254	1,552
20	Oregon(OR) Range: $80 – $387	$195	$80	$387	418
21	District of Columbia(DC) Range: $76 – $346	$194	$76	$346	360
22	Washington(WA) Range: $80 – $324	$182	$80	$324	4,526
23	South Dakota(SD) Range: $83 – $309	$178	$83	$309	68
24	Vermont(VT) Range: $95 – $290	$178	$95	$290	340
25	New Mexico(NM) Range: $85 – $274	$172	$85	$274	1,264
26	Alaska(AK) Range: $80 – $348	$169	$80	$348	383
27	Colorado(CO) Range: $62 – $309	$168	$62	$309	1,617
28	North Carolina(NC) Range: $77 – $297	$168	$77	$297	2,542
29	Utah(UT) Range: $40 – $278	$168	$40	$278	421
30	Kentucky(KY) Range: $80 – $308	$167	$80	$308	271
31	Hawaii(HI) Range: $80 – $308	$166	$80	$308	98
32	Montana(MT) Range: $80 – $308	$156	$80	$308	314
33	Idaho(ID) Range: $80 – $289	$155	$80	$289	218
34	New Jersey(NJ) Range: $44 – $306	$151	$44	$306	6,608
35	Arkansas(AR) Range: $85 – $224	$149	$85	$224	129
36	Maryland(MD) Range: $71 – $254	$145	$71	$254	4,075
37	Texas(TX) Range: $80 – $233	$142	$80	$233	9,771
38	Virginia(VA) Range: $67 – $244	$140	$67	$244	2,969
39	South Carolina(SC) Range: $80 – $232	$140	$80	$232	1,417
40	Oklahoma(OK) Range: $79 – $227	$137	$79	$227	1,113
41	Tennessee(TN) Range: $83 – $204	$135	$83	$204	2,536
42	Louisiana(LA) Range: $76 – $211	$132	$76	$211	943
43	Missouri(MO) Range: $81 – $178	$131	$81	$178	5,522
44	Kansas(KS) Range: $88 – $177	$129	$88	$177	1,829
45	Alabama(AL) Range: $76 – $203	$127	$76	$203	2,685
46	Ohio(OH) Range: $63 – $206	$124	$63	$206	4,671
47	Arizona(AZ) Range: $80 – $192	$124	$80	$192	5,591
48	Mississippi(MS) Range: $79 – $187	$124	$79	$187	1,303
49	California(CA) Range: $15 – $264	$122	$15	$264	14,233
50	Nevada(NV) Range: $30 – $189	$102	$30	$189	2,772
51	Florida(FL) Range: $35 – $187	$92	$35	$187	5,397