Cost of a Echocardiogram Visit
in Mississippi
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Mississippi's healthcare landscape features significant rural-urban divides, with many residents traveling considerable distances for specialized cardiac care. Echocardiogram patients in the state typically pay between $57 and $377, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $141, reflecting rates that are 18% below the national average. Mississippi maintains over 1,300 active Echocardiogram providers across the state, allowing patients to browse multiple options for cardiac imaging services.
Average
$191
Median
$141
Lowest
$57
Highest
$377
Providers
1,318
23% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does echocardiogram compare to related procedures in Mississippi?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $151 | $273 | $719 | 1,309 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $162 | $349 | $850 | 1,310 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $209 | $368 | $963 | 1,304 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $101 | $229 | $544 | 1,295 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $114 | $286 | $621 | 1,314 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $13 | $16 | $58 | 1,380 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $38 | $80 | $189 | 1,314 |
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 Mississippi
Mississippi's healthcare costs run approximately 14% below national averages, reflecting lower practice overhead costs and reduced competition in many regional markets. The state's extensive rural geography creates unique access challenges, with many residents driving over an hour to reach specialized cardiac care.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Jackson, Gulfport, and Tupelo concentrate most of Mississippi's cardiac specialists, while the Delta region and rural counties face significant provider shortages. Rural patients often pay higher effective costs due to travel expenses and lost work time, despite lower baseline procedure fees. This geographic maldistribution forces many residents to seek care in neighboring states or delay preventive cardiac screening.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient departments in Mississippi typically charge facility fees that can double the total cost compared to independent cardiology offices. Major health systems like University of Mississippi Medical Center and Baptist Health Systems dominate urban markets with higher overhead structures. Independent practices generally offer more competitive pricing but may have limited availability in rural areas.
Insurance Market Competition in Mississippi
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi holds significant market share, with United Healthcare and Magnolia Health Plan providing additional options primarily in urban areas. This limited insurer competition reduces negotiating pressure on provider rates, contributing to more stable but potentially higher prices. Rural areas often have even fewer insurance options, with some providers only accepting one or two major plans.
Physician Supply and Demand in Mississippi
With over 1,300 active Echocardiogram providers statewide, Mississippi maintains adequate specialist coverage in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This uneven distribution creates longer wait times in underserved areas, though patients willing to travel can often find more immediate availability. The relatively high provider count in metropolitan areas helps keep prices competitive compared to other southeastern states.
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 Mississippi
What is the average cost of an Echocardiogram visit in Mississippi without insurance?
Does Mississippi Medicaid cover Echocardiogram visits?
How do I find an affordable Echocardiogram near me in Mississippi?
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 an Echocardiogram visit in Mississippi?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing an Echocardiogram in Mississippi?
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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 |