Cost of a ER Visit (Low) Visit
in Louisiana
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Louisiana's healthcare landscape reflects unique challenges with non-expanded Medicaid and concentrated provider networks primarily serving urban centers like New Orleans and Baton Rouge. For an ER Visit (Low) in Louisiana, patients typically pay between $40 and $87, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $61. Louisiana has over 2,600 active ER Visit (Low) providers across the state, giving patients options to compare costs and find quality care whether they're in the French Quarter or rural Acadiana parishes.
Average
$63
Median
$61
Lowest
$40
Highest
$87
Providers
2,623
33% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does er visit (low severity) compare to related procedures in Louisiana?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ER Visit (Moderate Severity) Emergency department visit, moderate severity | 99284 | $62 | $101 | $150 | 2,771 |
| ER Visit (High Severity) Emergency department visit, high severity | 99285 | $98 | $150 | $536 | 4,554 |
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 Louisiana
These hospitals in Louisiana are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
COLUMBIA, LA
COVINGTON, LA
LAFAYETTE, LA
ALEXANDRIA, LA
BATON ROUGE, LA
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 Louisiana
Louisiana's healthcare costs run approximately 1% above the national average, influenced by the state's unique mix of urban medical centers and vast rural territories stretching from the Mississippi Delta to Cajun Country. The concentration of major hospitals in New Orleans and Baton Rouge creates cost disparities compared to smaller parishes with limited emergency care options.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Louisiana's geography creates significant healthcare access challenges, with major trauma centers concentrated in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport while rural parishes often rely on critical access hospitals. Rural emergency departments may have higher per-visit costs due to lower patient volumes but often serve as the primary source of after-hours medical care. Transportation distances from remote areas like the Atchafalaya Basin to specialized emergency care can influence treatment decisions and costs.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based emergency departments dominate Louisiana's emergency care landscape, with major systems like Ochsner Health, LCMC Health, and Our Lady of the Lake operating multiple facilities. Freestanding emergency rooms have emerged in suburban areas around New Orleans and Baton Rouge, often charging higher facility fees than traditional hospital EDs. Academic medical centers like LSU Health and Tulane may have different cost structures due to teaching hospital status and research activities.
Insurance Market Competition in Louisiana
Louisiana's insurance market shows moderate competition with BCBS Louisiana holding significant market share alongside UHC and Aetna, affecting negotiated rates for emergency services. The state's regulatory environment and smaller population base can limit insurer participation compared to larger states. Limited competition may result in higher premiums and potentially higher negotiated rates for emergency care services.
Physician Supply and Demand in Louisiana
With over 2,600 active ER providers in Louisiana, the state maintains adequate emergency physician coverage in urban areas but faces challenges in rural parishes. The concentration of providers in metropolitan areas can create access issues for rural residents, potentially affecting both cost and wait times. Louisiana's medical schools help train emergency physicians, but retention in rural areas remains challenging due to lifestyle and compensation factors.
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 Louisiana
What is the average cost of a ER Visit (Low) visit in Louisiana without insurance?
Does Louisiana Medicaid cover ER Visit (Low) visits?
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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 ER Visit (Low) visit in Louisiana?
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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 |