Cost of a ER Visit (Low) Visit
in Arizona
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Arizona's desert climate and active outdoor lifestyle contribute to a steady demand for emergency services, with the state maintaining over 6,400 active ER Visit (Low) providers across its diverse geography. Patients seeking ER Visit (Low) services typically pay between $53 and $107, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $72 based on negotiated insurance rates. Arizona's extensive network of emergency facilities spans from urban Phoenix and Tucson to rural border communities, allowing patients to browse providers throughout the state's varied healthcare landscape.
Average
$77
Median
$72
Lowest
$53
Highest
$107
Providers
6,402
17% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does er visit (low severity) compare to related procedures in Arizona?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ER Visit (Moderate Severity) Emergency department visit, moderate severity | 99284 | $80 | $98 | $187 | 7,258 |
| ER Visit (High Severity) Emergency department visit, high severity | 99285 | $80 | $142 | $250 | 6,577 |
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 99283 — Emergency department visit, low to moderate severity). 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 99283 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 99283 (Emergency department visit, low to moderate severity), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 99283 covers: the provider's professional fee for er visit (low severity). 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.
Top-Rated Hospitals in Arizona
These hospitals in Arizona are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
PHOENIX, AZ
MESA, AZ
GOODYEAR, AZ
SCOTTSDALE, AZ
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why ER Visit (Low) Visit Costs Vary Across Arizona
Arizona's healthcare costs run approximately 5% above national averages, driven by the state's rapid population growth and concentration of retirees requiring more intensive medical services. The state's unique geography creates distinct cost disparities between urban centers and remote rural areas, particularly affecting emergency care accessibility and pricing.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Arizona's population concentrates heavily in the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas, creating dense networks of emergency facilities with competitive pricing in these urban corridors. Rural counties along the Mexican border and in northern Arizona face significant provider shortages, often requiring patients to travel hours for specialized emergency care. This geographic disparity affects both access and cost, with rural facilities sometimes charging premium rates due to limited competition and higher operational expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based emergency departments in Arizona carry substantially higher overhead costs than freestanding emergency centers or urgent care facilities, reflected in facility fees and ancillary charges. Major health systems like Banner Health, Dignity Health, and HonorHealth dominate Arizona's hospital landscape, operating large emergency departments with extensive diagnostic capabilities and correspondingly higher costs. Independent urgent care centers and freestanding emergency rooms often provide lower-cost alternatives for non-critical emergency situations.
Insurance Market Competition in Arizona
Arizona maintains a competitive insurance marketplace with UHC, BCBS AZ, and Aetna holding significant market share, creating varied negotiated rate structures across different plans and providers. The state's relatively open insurance market allows for price competition, though rural areas may have limited insurer participation affecting negotiated rates. Competition among insurers generally helps keep emergency care costs more reasonable in urban areas compared to states with less competitive markets.
Physician Supply and Demand in Arizona
With over 6,400 active ER Visit (Low) providers, Arizona maintains adequate emergency physician coverage in metropolitan areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This supply distribution creates pricing pressures in underserved areas while fostering competition in urban markets like Phoenix and Tucson. The state's growing retiree population and seasonal residents increase demand for emergency services, particularly during winter months when populations swell in desert communities.
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 — ER Visit (Low) Costs in Arizona
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 99283)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pennsylvania Range: $47 – $693 | $271 |
| 2 | Wisconsin Range: $56 – $355 | $180 |
| 3 | Illinois Range: $57 – $252 | $133 |
| 4 | Maine Range: $86 – $184 | $131 |
| 5 | New Hampshire Range: $59 – $204 | $130 |
| 6 | Michigan Range: $54 – $252 | $126 |
| 7 | Iowa Range: $44 – $218 | $119 |
| 8 | Rhode Island Range: $40 – $204 | $111 |
| 9 | California Range: $80 – $153 | $107 |
| 10 | Vermont Range: $53 – $171 | $107 |
| 11 | Indiana Range: $57 – $171 | $105 |
| 12 | New York Range: $47 – $202 | $105 |
| 13 | Washington Range: $57 – $167 | $101 |
| 14 | Colorado Range: $54 – $159 | $99 |
| 15 | Wyoming Range: $54 – $155 | $97 |
| 16 | Idaho Range: $60 – $142 | $96 |
| 17 | Nebraska Range: $44 – $171 | $95 |
| 18 | Massachusetts Range: $40 – $206 | $95 |
| 19 | Utah Range: $53 – $139 | $93 |
| 20 | District of Columbia Range: $49 – $142 | $92 |
| 21 | Maryland Range: $43 – $162 | $91 |
| 22 | Connecticut Range: $53 – $153 | $90 |
| 23 | Georgia Range: $53 – $143 | $90 |
| 24 | Alaska Range: $69 – $118 | $89 |
| 25 | New Mexico Range: $54 – $139 | $88 |
| 26 | Kentucky Range: $40 – $139 | $88 |
| 27 | Hawaii Range: $54 – $139 | $87 |
| 28 | Texas Range: $54 – $118 | $86 |
| 29 | North Carolina Range: $51 – $136 | $85 |
| 30 | New Jersey Range: $44 – $142 | $84 |
| 31 | South Carolina Range: $51 – $128 | $83 |
| 32 | Arkansas Range: $51 – $115 | $81 |
| 33 | Nevada Range: $60 – $108 | $81 |
| 34 | Alabama Range: $49 – $131 | $80 |
| 35 | Virginia Range: $47 – $119 | $79 |
| 36 | Arizona Range: $53 – $107 | $77 |
| 37 | Ohio Range: $43 – $117 | $77 |
| 38 | Minnesota Range: $40 – $145 | $75 |
| 39 | Tennessee Range: $51 – $105 | $75 |
| 40 | Oklahoma Range: $51 – $104 | $75 |
| 41 | Delaware Range: $60 – $90 | $74 |
| 42 | Missouri Range: $52 – $99 | $74 |
| 43 | Mississippi Range: $51 – $104 | $73 |
| 44 | Montana Range: $40 – $91 | $70 |
| 45 | Kansas Range: $51 – $91 | $70 |
| 46 | Florida Range: $35 – $110 | $67 |
| 47 | West Virginia Range: $40 – $115 | $65 |
| 48 | Louisiana Range: $40 – $87 | $63 |
| 49 | Oregon Range: $40 – $108 | $63 |
| 50 | North Dakota Range: $40 – $91 | $57 |
| 51 | South Dakota Range: $40 – $88 | $56 |