Cost of a Echocardiogram Visit
in New York
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New York's extensive cardiac care network includes over 30,000 providers performing echocardiograms across the state, from Manhattan's premier medical centers to rural upstate facilities. Based on negotiated insurance rates, patients typically pay between $51 and $895 for an Echocardiogram, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $171. You can browse all Echocardiogram providers throughout New York to compare costs and find the most affordable option in your area.
Average
$373
Median
$171
Lowest
$51
Highest
$895
Providers
31,068
51% above national average
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How does echocardiogram compare to related procedures in New York?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $101 | $298 | $1,830 | 30,995 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $241 | $488 | $2,117 | 31,059 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $276 | $507 | $2,338 | 30,991 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $159 | $274 | $771 | 30,910 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $166 | $417 | $1,647 | 31,089 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $10 | $16 | $63 | 32,178 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $36 | $112 | $328 | 31,848 |
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 New York
New York's healthcare costs run approximately 22% above the national average, driven by high real estate costs in metropolitan areas and significant urban-rural cost disparities. The state's concentration of academic medical centers and specialty hospitals in New York City creates a premium pricing tier that influences statewide rates.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The New York City metropolitan area has the highest concentration of cardiac specialists and imaging facilities, while rural upstate counties often have limited options requiring longer travel distances. This geographic distribution creates cost variations where NYC area echocardiograms command premium prices due to high overhead costs and demand. Rural providers may offer more competitive pricing but fewer scheduling options.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient imaging centers in New York typically charge 40-60% more than independent cardiology practices due to higher facility overhead and administrative costs. Major health systems like NewYork-Presbyterian, NYU Langone, and Mount Sinai operate extensive networks of imaging facilities with standardized pricing structures. Private cardiology groups often provide more flexible pricing and cash-pay discounts.
Insurance Market Competition in New York
The presence of Empire BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Cigna creates moderate competition for negotiated rates, though consolidation among provider systems limits some competitive pressure. New York's state insurance marketplace offers multiple plan options, giving consumers leverage in choosing coverage that best manages specialist costs. The state's insurance regulations require coverage for essential cardiac services but allow variation in cost-sharing structures.
Physician Supply and Demand in New York
With over 30,000 providers performing echocardiograms statewide, New York has robust cardiac imaging capacity, particularly in metropolitan areas. This healthy provider supply helps moderate wait times and provides patients with multiple options for cost comparison. Rural areas experience some shortage of specialists, which can drive up local pricing and extend scheduling timelines for non-urgent procedures.
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 New York
What is the average cost of a Echocardiogram visit in New York without insurance?
Does New York Medicaid cover Echocardiogram visits?
How do I find an affordable Echocardiogram near me in New York?
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 New York?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Echocardiogram in New York?
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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 |