Cost of a Echocardiogram Visit
in Texas
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Texas leads the nation with over 600 ambulatory surgery centers and one of the most competitive healthcare markets in the Southwest. Echocardiogram patients in the Lone Star State typically pay between $64 and $418 for diagnostic cardiac imaging, with a median cost of $155 based on current insurer negotiated rates. Texas maintains nearly 13,000 active providers offering echocardiogram services across its 254 counties, creating substantial options for patients seeking cardiac diagnostic care throughout the state.
Average
$212
Median
$155
Lowest
$64
Highest
$418
Providers
12,962
14% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does echocardiogram compare to related procedures in Texas?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $85 | $291 | $634 | 10,832 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $85 | $332 | $772 | 11,638 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $90 | $402 | $866 | 10,759 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $90 | $230 | $508 | 10,361 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $80 | $230 | $649 | 12,607 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $14 | $25 | $90 | 14,138 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $46 | $96 | $237 | 11,056 |
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 Texas
Texas echocardiogram costs run approximately 4% below national averages despite the state's robust healthcare infrastructure and major medical centers. The Lone Star State's sprawling geography creates dramatic cost variations between urban medical hubs and rural counties with limited specialist access.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Major metros like Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin concentrate most of Texas's cardiac specialists, creating competitive pricing in these markets. Rural counties often have limited or no local cardiologists, forcing patients to travel to regional centers and potentially pay premium rates for specialized cardiac imaging. The Texas Panhandle and far West Texas particularly struggle with specialist shortages affecting both access and pricing.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Large health systems including Houston Methodist, Texas Health Resources, Baylor Scott & White, and Memorial Hermann typically charge higher facility fees for hospital-based echocardiogram services. Independent cardiology practices and dedicated imaging centers often provide the same quality services at 30-50% lower costs. Academic medical centers like UT Southwestern and Texas Medical Center command premium pricing but offer specialized expertise for complex cardiac conditions.
Insurance Market Competition in Texas
UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, and Cigna compete aggressively across most Texas markets, generally keeping negotiated rates competitive. Rural areas may have limited insurer options, potentially resulting in higher negotiated rates due to reduced competition. The state's large employer market creates substantial leverage for major insurers in rate negotiations with provider networks.
Physician Supply and Demand in Texas
With nearly 13,000 active providers offering echocardiogram services, Texas maintains relatively strong specialist availability compared to many states. This robust supply helps moderate pricing pressures, particularly in major metropolitan areas where multiple health systems compete for patients. However, rapid population growth in cities like Austin and Dallas continues to strain capacity, potentially driving future cost increases.
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 Texas
What is the average cost of an Echocardiogram visit in Texas without insurance?
Does Texas Medicaid cover Echocardiogram visits?
How do I find an affordable Echocardiogram near me in Texas?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for an Echocardiogram visit in Texas?
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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 |