Cost of a ECG / EKG Visit
in California
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
California's healthcare market operates at costs roughly 18% above the national average, driven by high real estate prices and extensive regulatory requirements that affect medical practices statewide. ECG / EKG patients typically encounter negotiated rates between $15.94 and $88.00, with a median cost of $48.91 based on transparency data from over 22,000 active providers across the state. California maintains one of the largest networks of ECG / EKG specialists in the country, giving patients extensive options to browse providers from San Diego to the Bay Area.
Average
$51
Median
$49
Lowest
$16
Highest
$88
Providers
22,603
17% above national average
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| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $85 | $85 | $647 | 5,883 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $80 | $308 | $1,785 | 12,256 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $30 | $453 | $1,785 | 9,290 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $80 | $85 | $598 | 6,177 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $80 | $196 | $1,352 | 16,316 |
| Echocardiogram Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler | 93306 | $79 | $101 | $586 | 17,572 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $52 | $90 | $287 | 7,619 |
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 93000 — Electrocardiogram, routine, with interpretation). 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 93000 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 93000 (Electrocardiogram, routine, with interpretation), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 93000 covers: the provider's professional fee for ecg / ekg. 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.
ECG / EKG Visit Costs by City in California — 2026
ECG / EKG costs fluctuate significantly across California cities due to varying provider concentrations, with dense urban markets like Los Angeles and San Francisco commanding higher rates than Central Valley communities. ---CITY_SUMMARIES---
| City | Min Cost | Median Cost | Max Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colton | $23 | $88 | $88 |
| Moreno Valley | $22 | $88 | $88 |
| Carmichael | $16 | $88 | $88 |
| French Camp | $24 | $88 | $88 |
| Brawley | $16 | $88 | $88 |
| West Covina | $18 | $86 | $88 |
| Santa Monica | $23 | $85 | $85 |
| Burbank | $15 | $85 | $85 |
| Valencia | $16 | $85 | $85 |
| Van Nuys | $16 | $85 | $85 |
Costs reflect self-pay estimates based on insurer-negotiated rates. Insured patients may pay significantly less depending on plan type, deductible status, and network tier.
Why ECG / EKG Visit Costs Vary Across California
California's healthcare costs run approximately 18% above national averages, reflecting the state's high cost of living, stringent regulatory environment, and concentration of premium medical facilities in major metropolitan areas. The state's diverse geography creates dramatic cost variations between wealthy coastal regions and underserved inland communities.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
California's ECG / EKG specialists cluster heavily in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego metro areas, creating access challenges for patients in the Central Valley and northern rural counties. This geographic maldistribution drives up costs in urban areas while limiting options for rural residents who may travel hours for specialist care.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned cardiology practices in California face higher overhead costs due to administrative complexity and facility fees, typically charging 30-50% more than independent ECG / EKG practices. Major health systems like Cedars-Sinai, UCSF, and Sutter Health operate extensive networks that command premium pricing but offer comprehensive cardiac services.
Insurance Market Competition in California
While California has multiple insurers including Anthem, Kaiser, and UHC, market concentration varies by region with some areas dominated by single insurers. Kaiser Permanente's integrated model covers nearly 40% of the state's insured population, creating different competitive dynamics compared to traditional fee-for-service markets.
Physician Supply and Demand in California
California's 22,603 active ECG / EKG providers represent a robust supply relative to the state's population, though distribution favors affluent coastal areas over inland regions. This adequate overall supply helps moderate pricing in competitive markets but creates access barriers in underserved areas where limited provider options can drive up costs.
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 — ECG / EKG Costs in California
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 93000)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Missouri Range: $16 – $358 | $132 |
| 2 | Arkansas Range: $14 – $358 | $132 |
| 3 | Wisconsin Range: $19 – $102 | $65 |
| 4 | Alaska Range: $14 – $95 | $63 |
| 5 | Kentucky Range: $14 – $88 | $61 |
| 6 | Connecticut Range: $14 – $93 | $57 |
| 7 | Pennsylvania Range: $13 – $90 | $53 |
| 8 | California Range: $16 – $88 | $51 |
| 9 | Florida Range: $16 – $80 | $45 |
| 10 | Georgia Range: $14 – $93 | $45 |
| 11 | Iowa Range: $14 – $93 | $45 |
| 12 | Virginia Range: $13 – $98 | $44 |
| 13 | Rhode Island Range: $14 – $90 | $44 |
| 14 | Michigan Range: $15 – $95 | $44 |
| 15 | Indiana Range: $14 – $88 | $43 |
| 16 | Idaho Range: $14 – $90 | $43 |
| 17 | District of Columbia Range: $13 – $85 | $43 |
| 18 | Texas Range: $14 – $90 | $43 |
| 19 | Nevada Range: $14 – $85 | $43 |
| 20 | Oklahoma Range: $14 – $85 | $43 |
| 21 | Utah Range: $14 – $88 | $42 |
| 22 | Colorado Range: $16 – $85 | $42 |
| 23 | New Mexico Range: $15 – $83 | $42 |
| 24 | Illinois Range: $17 – $85 | $42 |
| 25 | North Carolina Range: $14 – $85 | $42 |
| 26 | Minnesota Range: $25 – $73 | $42 |
| 27 | Hawaii Range: $14 – $85 | $41 |
| 28 | South Carolina Range: $14 – $88 | $41 |
| 29 | Wyoming Range: $14 – $80 | $41 |
| 30 | Louisiana Range: $14 – $90 | $40 |
| 31 | West Virginia Range: $14 – $91 | $39 |
| 32 | Tennessee Range: $14 – $85 | $39 |
| 33 | Ohio Range: $11 – $85 | $39 |
| 34 | Oregon Range: $14 – $85 | $37 |
| 35 | Alabama Range: $11 – $80 | $37 |
| 36 | Arizona Range: $14 – $80 | $37 |
| 37 | Washington Range: $14 – $80 | $36 |
| 38 | Montana Range: $14 – $80 | $36 |
| 39 | New Hampshire Range: $17 – $60 | $36 |
| 40 | Massachusetts Range: $14 – $80 | $36 |
| 41 | New Jersey Range: $13 – $68 | $35 |
| 42 | Vermont Range: $11 – $73 | $34 |
| 43 | New York Range: $10 – $63 | $30 |
| 44 | Kansas Range: $14 – $53 | $29 |
| 45 | Mississippi Range: $13 – $58 | $29 |
| 46 | Maine Range: $22 – $35 | $28 |
| 47 | South Dakota Range: $27 – $27 | $27 |
| 48 | North Dakota Range: $26 – $27 | $26 |
| 49 | Delaware Range: $15 – $46 | $25 |
| 50 | Maryland Range: $14 – $37 | $23 |
| 51 | Nebraska Range: $14 – $37 | $22 |