Cost of a Echocardiogram Visit
in Idaho
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Idaho's rural healthcare delivery model, with 44 of 44 counties classified as medically underserved, creates unique cost dynamics for cardiac imaging services across the Gem State. Echocardiogram procedures in Idaho range from $78 to $430, with a median cost of $131 based on negotiated insurance rates from 189 active providers. Patients can browse all Echocardiogram specialists throughout Idaho to compare costs and find in-network options.
Average
$213
Median
$131
Lowest
$78
Highest
$430
Providers
189
14% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does echocardiogram compare to related procedures in Idaho?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $80 | $273 | $735 | 165 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $80 | $272 | $906 | 186 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $80 | $400 | $3,638 | 163 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $86 | $239 | $623 | 95 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $80 | $188 | $802 | 191 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $14 | $26 | $90 | 383 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $50 | $85 | $591 | 200 |
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 93306 — Echocardiography, transthoracic, with Doppler). 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 93306 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 93306 (Echocardiography, transthoracic, with Doppler), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 93306 covers: the provider's professional fee for echocardiogram. 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 Echocardiogram Visit Costs Vary Across Idaho
Idaho's Echocardiogram costs run approximately 3% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and rural healthcare delivery challenges. The concentration of cardiac specialists in Boise and Coeur d'Alene creates cost disparities between urban and remote mountain communities.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Boise's Treasure Valley contains over 60% of Idaho's cardiologists, creating competitive pricing and shorter wait times, while eastern Idaho counties often require patients to travel 100+ miles for echocardiography services. This geographic maldistribution results in higher effective costs for rural patients when factoring in travel expenses and lost wages.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned cardiology practices like those affiliated with Saint Alphonsus and Kootenai Health typically charge 25-35% more for echocardiograms than independent imaging centers due to higher overhead costs. Freestanding cardiac imaging facilities in Idaho offer competitive pricing but may have limited evening or weekend availability.
Insurance Market Competition in Idaho
Regence BlueCross and PacificSource dominate Idaho's individual market, with moderate competition helping keep negotiated rates reasonable compared to single-insurer rural states. However, limited insurer participation in remote counties can result in narrow provider networks and higher patient costs for out-of-network cardiac imaging.
Physician Supply and Demand in Idaho
Idaho's 189 active Echocardiogram providers serve a growing population of 1.9 million residents, creating adequate supply in urban areas but shortages in rural regions. This supply-demand imbalance contributes to longer wait times and higher costs in underserved counties, while Boise metro maintains competitive pricing due to sufficient provider density.
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 — Echocardiogram Costs in Idaho
What is the average cost of a Echocardiogram visit in Idaho without insurance?
Does Idaho Medicaid cover Echocardiogram visits?
How do I find an affordable Echocardiogram near me in Idaho?
What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?
Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Echocardiogram visit in Idaho?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Echocardiogram in Idaho?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 93306)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Virginia Range: $66 – $1,167 | $463 |
| 2 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $1,020 | $423 |
| 3 | Rhode Island Range: $64 – $895 | $389 |
| 4 | New York Range: $51 – $895 | $373 |
| 5 | Massachusetts Range: $77 – $677 | $324 |
| 6 | Minnesota Range: $77 – $644 | $319 |
| 7 | Georgia Range: $68 – $653 | $309 |
| 8 | Wyoming Range: $94 – $605 | $306 |
| 9 | Delaware Range: $60 – $677 | $303 |
| 10 | Pennsylvania Range: $61 – $677 | $298 |
| 11 | North Dakota Range: $75 – $619 | $292 |
| 12 | Connecticut Range: $64 – $677 | $289 |
| 13 | Nebraska Range: $101 – $477 | $287 |
| 14 | New Hampshire Range: $78 – $519 | $282 |
| 15 | District of Columbia Range: $59 – $569 | $273 |
| 16 | Iowa Range: $85 – $477 | $269 |
| 17 | Oregon Range: $79 – $568 | $268 |
| 18 | Washington Range: $80 – $513 | $260 |
| 19 | California Range: $79 – $586 | $256 |
| 20 | North Carolina Range: $68 – $501 | $254 |
| 21 | Missouri Range: $79 – $449 | $250 |
| 22 | Maine Range: $95 – $394 | $249 |
| 23 | New Mexico Range: $80 – $440 | $244 |
| 24 | New Jersey Range: $60 – $490 | $238 |
| 25 | Vermont Range: $61 – $471 | $234 |
| 26 | South Dakota Range: $67 – $460 | $232 |
| 27 | Kentucky Range: $64 – $477 | $231 |
| 28 | Florida Range: $60 – $460 | $227 |
| 29 | Colorado Range: $77 – $428 | $225 |
| 30 | Indiana Range: $65 – $436 | $224 |
| 31 | Hawaii Range: $75 – $438 | $222 |
| 32 | Idaho Range: $78 – $430 | $213 |
| 33 | Michigan Range: $67 – $405 | $213 |
| 34 | Texas Range: $64 – $418 | $212 |
| 35 | Illinois Range: $74 – $378 | $210 |
| 36 | Nevada Range: $85 – $321 | $208 |
| 37 | Utah Range: $80 – $340 | $207 |
| 38 | Maryland Range: $55 – $399 | $205 |
| 39 | Arkansas Range: $72 – $369 | $201 |
| 40 | Virginia Range: $59 – $390 | $200 |
| 41 | Mississippi Range: $57 – $377 | $191 |
| 42 | Tennessee Range: $64 – $340 | $190 |
| 43 | South Carolina Range: $62 – $364 | $188 |
| 44 | Kansas Range: $71 – $316 | $186 |
| 45 | Louisiana Range: $57 – $342 | $182 |
| 46 | Alabama Range: $60 – $329 | $179 |
| 47 | Ohio Range: $52 – $351 | $178 |
| 48 | Oklahoma Range: $60 – $356 | $177 |
| 49 | Alaska Range: $80 – $345 | $168 |
| 50 | Arizona Range: $60 – $264 | $145 |
| 51 | Montana Range: $80 – $269 | $143 |