Cost of a Echocardiogram Visit
in Pennsylvania
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Pennsylvania's healthcare system, anchored by major academic medical centers in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, offers robust cardiac imaging services with negotiated Echocardiogram rates ranging from $61 to $677, with most patients paying around $155 for the procedure. The state's 1,469 active Echocardiogram providers reflect strong cardiac care infrastructure, though costs can vary significantly between hospital-based facilities and independent imaging centers. Patients throughout Pennsylvania can browse all available providers to find the most cost-effective option for their cardiac imaging needs.
Average
$298
Median
$155
Lowest
$61
Highest
$677
Providers
1,469
20% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does echocardiogram compare to related procedures in Pennsylvania?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $85 | $323 | $1,830 | 1,067 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $80 | $373 | $2,117 | 1,414 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $80 | $469 | $2,338 | 1,327 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $90 | $274 | $715 | 1,120 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $80 | $273 | $1,647 | 1,592 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $13 | $55 | $90 | 2,207 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $42 | $85 | $328 | 1,801 |
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 Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's healthcare costs run approximately 9% above the national average, reflecting the state's concentration of academic medical centers and specialty hospitals in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. The commonwealth's geography creates distinct cost zones, from high-priced urban corridors to more affordable rural markets in central and northern regions.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Philadelphia and Pittsburgh metropolitan areas contain the majority of Pennsylvania's cardiac imaging facilities, creating competitive pricing in these markets. Rural counties in central Pennsylvania often have limited imaging options, requiring patients to travel to regional medical centers in cities like Harrisburg, Allentown, or Erie for specialized cardiac procedures.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient departments, including those operated by UPMC, Penn Medicine, and Geisinger, typically charge higher facility fees than independent imaging centers. Pennsylvania's concentration of academic medical centers drives up average costs, though these facilities often offer the most advanced cardiac imaging technology and subspecialty expertise.
Insurance Market Competition in Pennsylvania
The state's insurance landscape is moderately competitive, with Highmark dominating western regions, Independence Blue Cross serving southeastern markets, and UnitedHealthcare maintaining statewide presence. This regional concentration allows insurers to negotiate different rates with providers, creating cost variations for the same procedure depending on your specific plan and geographic location.
Physician Supply and Demand in Pennsylvania
With 1,469 active Echocardiogram providers, Pennsylvania maintains adequate cardiac imaging capacity relative to its population, though distribution favors urban areas. This relatively strong provider supply helps moderate pricing pressure, though wait times can extend 2-4 weeks in popular metropolitan practices while rural areas may offer same-week appointments.
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 Pennsylvania
What is the average cost of a Echocardiogram visit in Pennsylvania without insurance?
Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover Echocardiogram visits?
How do I find an affordable Echocardiogram near me in Pennsylvania?
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 Pennsylvania?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Echocardiogram in Pennsylvania?
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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 |