Cost of a Echocardiogram Visit
in South Carolina
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
South Carolina's healthcare landscape features a mix of academic medical centers in Charleston and Columbia alongside rural hospitals serving the state's agricultural communities. Patients seeking an Echocardiogram typically pay between $62 and $364, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $137. With over 1,350 active Echocardiogram providers across the Palmetto State, patients have substantial options when browsing all providers in South Carolina.
Average
$188
Median
$137
Lowest
$62
Highest
$364
Providers
1,356
24% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does echocardiogram compare to related procedures in South Carolina?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $90 | $304 | $695 | 1,131 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $80 | $306 | $782 | 1,333 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $80 | $414 | $936 | 1,265 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $109 | $243 | $564 | 1,048 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $80 | $211 | $627 | 1,357 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $14 | $21 | $88 | 1,517 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $43 | $90 | $221 | 1,332 |
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 South Carolina
South Carolina's healthcare costs run approximately 1% below the national average, reflecting the state's lower cost of living compared to coastal metros. The state's mix of rural counties and growing urban centers like Greenville and Charleston creates significant geographic variation in both access and pricing.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville concentrate most of the state's cardiologists, while rural counties often have limited or no local Echocardiogram providers. Patients in the Lowcountry and Upstate regions may travel significant distances for specialized cardiac care. This geographic disparity affects both access and pricing, with urban providers able to charge premium rates.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient clinics at systems like MUSC Health, Prisma Health, and Bon Secours typically charge higher facility fees compared to independent cardiology practices. Academic medical centers in Charleston and Columbia command premium rates due to their teaching hospital status and specialized equipment. Ambulatory surgery centers offer a middle-ground option with lower overhead than hospitals.
Insurance Market Competition in South Carolina
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina holds significant market share, followed by UnitedHealthcare and Aetena, creating moderate insurer competition. This concentration allows the dominant insurers to negotiate competitive rates with providers. Rural areas often have fewer insurer options, potentially leading to higher negotiated rates due to limited competition.
Physician Supply and Demand in South Carolina
With over 1,350 active Echocardiogram providers serving a population of 5.2 million, South Carolina has reasonable provider density in urban areas but significant gaps in rural regions. The concentration of providers around major medical centers creates competitive pricing in cities while rural scarcity can drive up costs. Wait times vary dramatically between urban and rural areas.
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 South Carolina
What is the average cost of a Echocardiogram visit in South Carolina without insurance?
Does South Carolina Medicaid cover Echocardiogram visits?
How do I find an affordable Echocardiogram near me in South Carolina?
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 South Carolina?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Echocardiogram in South Carolina?
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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 |