Cost of a Echocardiogram Visit
in Michigan
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Michigan's healthcare market benefits from Medicaid expansion and moderate insurer competition, keeping diagnostic costs approximately 3% below national averages. Patients seeking an Echocardiogram in Michigan can typically expect negotiated rates ranging from $67 to $405, with a median cost of $166 across the state's 2,196 active providers. Browse all Echocardiogram providers throughout Michigan to compare costs and find the most affordable option for your specific insurance plan.
Average
$213
Median
$166
Lowest
$67
Highest
$405
Providers
2,196
14% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does echocardiogram compare to related procedures in Michigan?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $92 | $327 | $768 | 1,803 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $80 | $393 | $887 | 2,214 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $80 | $467 | $1,088 | 2,038 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $121 | $274 | $572 | 1,673 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $80 | $259 | $685 | 2,142 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $15 | $21 | $95 | 2,698 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $42 | $88 | $216 | 2,133 |
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 Michigan
Michigan's healthcare costs run approximately 3% below national averages, reflecting the state's balanced mix of urban medical centers and rural providers. The state's moderate insurer competition between major players helps keep negotiated rates reasonable compared to markets with limited competition.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor concentrate most of Michigan's specialized cardiology services, creating cost premiums in these metro areas. Rural counties often require patients to travel 50+ miles for echocardiogram services, leading some providers to offer mobile cardiac testing. Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula show limited specialist access, affecting both availability and pricing dynamics.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned cardiology practices dominate Michigan's major health systems like Henry Ford, Beaumont, and University of Michigan, typically charging higher facility fees. Independent cardiology groups maintain lower overhead costs but may have limited locations compared to health system networks. Academic medical centers command premium pricing but offer specialized cardiac imaging capabilities not available elsewhere.
Insurance Market Competition in Michigan
BCBS Michigan holds significant market share alongside national players UHC and Aetna, creating moderate competition that benefits consumers. The state's insurance marketplace offers multiple carrier options in most counties, preventing monopolistic pricing seen in less competitive markets. Auto insurance coordination through Michigan's unique PIP system can affect how cardiac testing gets billed and covered.
Physician Supply and Demand in Michigan
Michigan's 2,196 active Echocardiogram providers create adequate supply in urban areas but shortages in rural regions. Detroit metro area shows strong cardiologist density, while northern counties rely heavily on traveling specialists and telemedicine consultations. This geographic imbalance drives cost variations, with rural areas sometimes paying premiums for limited local access or travel stipends for visiting specialists.
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 Michigan
What is the average cost of a Echocardiogram visit in Michigan without insurance?
Does Michigan Medicaid cover Echocardiogram visits?
How do I find an affordable Echocardiogram near me in Michigan?
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 Michigan?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Echocardiogram in Michigan?
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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 |