Cost of a Echocardiogram Visit
in Minnesota
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Minnesota's healthcare market features some of the nation's most integrated health systems, with Mayo Clinic leading innovation in cardiac diagnostics while HealthPartners pioneered value-based care models. Echocardiogram patients typically pay between $77 and $644, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $238 based on negotiated insurance rates. Minnesota has 567 active Echocardiogram providers across the state, from the Twin Cities metro to rural clinics in Duluth and Rochester, giving patients options to browse all providers statewide.
Average
$319
Median
$238
Lowest
$77
Highest
$644
Providers
567
29% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does echocardiogram compare to related procedures in Minnesota?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $90 | $1,305 | $2,255 | 1,824 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $85 | $504 | $1,970 | 472 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $80 | $602 | $1,954 | 406 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $117 | $411 | $695 | 368 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $90 | $2,396 | $2,396 | 1,809 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $25 | $26 | $73 | 1,965 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $68 | $68 | $175 | 1,728 |
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 Minnesota
Minnesota's healthcare costs run approximately 2% above national averages, reflecting the state's high-quality provider networks and integrated delivery systems. The dominance of large health systems like Mayo Clinic, Allina Health, and Essentia Health creates both efficiency gains and market concentration effects.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Twin Cities metro contains the majority of Minnesota's cardiologists, while rural areas like northern Minnesota and the southwest rely on regional centers in Duluth, Rochester, and Mankato. Patients in remote areas may face longer travel times but often find lower facility costs. Telemedicine follow-ups help bridge geographic gaps.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based cardiology clinics in Minnesota typically charge higher facility fees than independent practices due to regulatory compliance and infrastructure costs. Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, and other academic medical centers often command premium rates. Outpatient imaging centers may offer more competitive pricing for routine echocardiograms.
Insurance Market Competition in Minnesota
Three major insurers dominate Minnesota's market: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, UnitedHealthcare, and HealthPartners, creating moderate competition without excessive fragmentation. This stability helps providers predict reimbursement rates but may limit aggressive price competition. Regional health plans like Medica add additional competitive pressure in certain markets.
Physician Supply and Demand in Minnesota
With 567 active echocardiogram providers statewide, Minnesota maintains adequate cardiac specialist availability relative to its population of 5.7 million. The concentration in metro areas means shorter wait times and competitive pricing there, while rural regions may have longer scheduling delays. Mayo Clinic's training programs help maintain robust physician supply.
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 Minnesota
What is the average cost of a Echocardiogram visit in Minnesota without insurance?
Does Minnesota Medicaid cover Echocardiogram visits?
How do I find an affordable Echocardiogram near me in Minnesota?
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 Minnesota?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Echocardiogram in Minnesota?
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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 |