Cost of a Abscess Drainage Visit
in Washington
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Washington's robust healthcare infrastructure includes over 4,500 active Abscess Drainage providers across the state, from Seattle's major medical centers to rural clinics in eastern counties. Patients typically pay between $80 and $324 for an abscess drainage procedure, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $142. You can browse all qualified Abscess Drainage providers throughout Washington to find the most affordable option for your specific insurance plan.
Average
$182
Median
$142
Lowest
$80
Highest
$324
Providers
4,526
1% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does abscess drainage (i&d) compare to related procedures in Washington?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skin Biopsy Tangential biopsy of skin | 11102 | $52 | $80 | $220 | 4,477 |
| Joint Injection Injection into a major joint or bursa | 20610 | $62 | $80 | $152 | 4,606 |
| Blood Draw (Venipuncture) Routine venipuncture for blood sample | 36415 | $3 | $3 | $80 | 6,277 |
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 Washington
Washington's healthcare costs run approximately 10% above the national average, driven by the state's concentration of high-cost urban markets and significant rural access challenges. The Cascade Range effectively divides the state into distinct healthcare markets with different cost structures and provider availability patterns.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Seattle and Spokane metro areas offer abundant provider choice and competitive pricing, while rural counties in eastern Washington face provider shortages that can drive up costs. The Columbia River region and Olympic Peninsula have particularly limited specialist access, often requiring patients to travel significant distances for care. Telehealth initiatives have helped bridge some gaps, though hands-on procedures like abscess drainage still require in-person visits.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Major health systems like UW Medicine, MultiCare, and Providence dominate the hospital market, with their outpatient departments typically charging higher facility fees than independent practices. Urgent care chains and freestanding emergency departments offer middle-ground pricing options for after-hours abscess drainage needs. Community health centers provide sliding-scale options in underserved areas, particularly beneficial for uninsured patients.
Insurance Market Competition in Washington
The state's four major insurers - Premera, Regence, Kaiser, and UHC - maintain robust competition in most markets, though rural areas may have limited options. Kaiser's integrated model creates different pricing dynamics compared to traditional fee-for-service insurers. The state's active insurance exchange and Medicaid expansion have increased coverage rates, potentially affecting provider pricing strategies.
Physician Supply and Demand in Washington
With over 4,500 active providers capable of performing abscess drainage, Washington maintains relatively good access compared to national averages, though distribution favors urban areas. The state's strong medical training programs and quality of life attract providers, helping maintain competitive markets in major metropolitan areas. Rural workforce shortages remain a persistent challenge, potentially leading to longer wait times and higher costs in affected regions.
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 Washington
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Abscess Drainage visit in Washington?
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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 |