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Wyoming

Cost of a ER Visit (Low) Visit
in Wyoming

Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC

Wyoming's vast geography and limited healthcare infrastructure create unique challenges for emergency care access, with the state having one of the lowest population densities in the nation. Patients seeking an ER Visit (Low) typically pay between $54 and $155, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $82 based on negotiated insurance rates. Wyoming has 365 active ER Visit (Low) providers spread across the state's 23 counties, and patients can browse all available providers to find the most affordable options near them.

Average

$97

Median

$82

Lowest

$54

Highest

$155

Providers

365

National avg: $94Wyoming: $97

4% above national average

Compare Similar Procedures

How does er visit (low severity) compare to related procedures in Wyoming?

ProcedureCPTLowMedianHighProviders
ER Visit (Moderate Severity)

Emergency department visit, moderate severity

99284$85$125$262367
ER Visit (High Severity)

Emergency department visit, high severity

99285$88$179$385368

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 99283Emergency 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.

Why ER Visit (Low) Visit Costs Vary Across Wyoming

Wyoming's ER Visit (Low) costs run approximately 11% above the national average, driven largely by the state's rural geography and limited healthcare infrastructure. The Equality State's 23 counties span vast distances with uneven provider distribution, creating natural cost pressures in underserved areas.

Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability

Wyoming's two largest cities, Cheyenne and Casper, contain the majority of emergency services, while frontier counties may have only critical access hospitals serving thousands of square miles. This geographic isolation means rural residents often face higher costs due to facility overhead and limited competition.

Facility Type and Overhead Costs

Many Wyoming hospitals operate as critical access facilities with higher per-visit overhead costs, while larger regional centers like Cheyenne Regional Medical Center and Wyoming Medical Center in Casper may offer more competitive emergency pricing. Independent urgent care centers with emergency capabilities are rare outside major population centers.

Insurance Market Competition in Wyoming

The state's insurance landscape is dominated by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, UnitedHealthCare, and Cigna, creating a moderately concentrated market. This limited competition can result in higher negotiated rates compared to states with more robust insurer competition, directly affecting patient out-of-pocket costs.

Physician Supply and Demand in Wyoming

With 365 active ER Visit (Low) providers serving approximately 580,000 residents, Wyoming maintains adequate emergency physician coverage in urban areas but faces shortages in frontier regions. This uneven distribution contributes to cost variations and can affect wait times during peak demand periods.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions — ER Visit (Low) Costs in Wyoming

What is the average cost of a ER Visit (Low) visit in Wyoming without insurance?

Without insurance, a low-severity emergency room visit in Wyoming typically costs between $54 and $155, with a median cost of $82 based on negotiated insurance rates. However, uninsured patients often face higher list prices, so it's important to ask about self-pay discounts which many Wyoming hospitals offer. Some facilities provide discounts of 30-50% for cash payments or patients who qualify for financial assistance programs.

Does Wyoming Medicaid cover ER Visit (Low) visits?

Wyoming did not expand Medicaid, which limits coverage to specific populations like pregnant women, children, elderly, and disabled individuals. For those who qualify, Wyoming Medicaid does cover medically necessary emergency room visits, including low-severity conditions. Emergency Medicaid may also cover life-threatening conditions regardless of immigration status, but coverage for non-emergency visits is limited.

How do I find an affordable ER Visit (Low) near me in Wyoming?

Start by comparing costs between different emergency facilities in your area, as critical access hospitals may have different pricing than regional medical centers. Ask about self-pay discounts if you're uninsured, and consider urgent care centers for truly non-urgent conditions. Community health centers in Wyoming also provide emergency referrals and may offer sliding-scale payment options based on income.

What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?

Emergency room visits are typically coded based on the complexity and resources used during your visit, not whether it's your first time at that facility. Low-severity visits (CPT 99283) in Wyoming average $82, while the cost depends more on the level of care required, diagnostic tests performed, and treatments provided rather than whether you've been seen before.

Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a ER Visit (Low) visit in Wyoming?

Yes, emergency room visits are qualified medical expenses that can be paid for using Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds. This includes your copay, deductible, and any coinsurance amounts for emergency care. Keep your receipts and explanation of benefits for tax purposes, as these accounts require documentation of qualified medical expenses.

How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a ER Visit (Low) in Wyoming?

Telemedicine cannot replace in-person emergency care for conditions requiring immediate physical examination or treatment. However, urgent care telehealth services in Wyoming can help determine if your symptoms require emergency attention, potentially saving unnecessary ER visits. Some Wyoming hospitals offer virtual triage services that can guide patients to the most appropriate level of care for their symptoms.

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Average Visit Cost

$56
$271

Office visit (CPT 99283)

Compare With Other States

RankStateAverage
1Pennsylvania
Range: $47$693
$271
2Wisconsin
Range: $56$355
$180
3Illinois
Range: $57$252
$133
4Maine
Range: $86$184
$131
5New Hampshire
Range: $59$204
$130
6Michigan
Range: $54$252
$126
7Iowa
Range: $44$218
$119
8Rhode Island
Range: $40$204
$111
9California
Range: $80$153
$107
10Vermont
Range: $53$171
$107
11Indiana
Range: $57$171
$105
12New York
Range: $47$202
$105
13Washington
Range: $57$167
$101
14Colorado
Range: $54$159
$99
15Wyoming
Range: $54$155
$97
16Idaho
Range: $60$142
$96
17Nebraska
Range: $44$171
$95
18Massachusetts
Range: $40$206
$95
19Utah
Range: $53$139
$93
20District of Columbia
Range: $49$142
$92
21Maryland
Range: $43$162
$91
22Connecticut
Range: $53$153
$90
23Georgia
Range: $53$143
$90
24Alaska
Range: $69$118
$89
25New Mexico
Range: $54$139
$88
26Kentucky
Range: $40$139
$88
27Hawaii
Range: $54$139
$87
28Texas
Range: $54$118
$86
29North Carolina
Range: $51$136
$85
30New Jersey
Range: $44$142
$84
31South Carolina
Range: $51$128
$83
32Arkansas
Range: $51$115
$81
33Nevada
Range: $60$108
$81
34Alabama
Range: $49$131
$80
35Virginia
Range: $47$119
$79
36Arizona
Range: $53$107
$77
37Ohio
Range: $43$117
$77
38Minnesota
Range: $40$145
$75
39Tennessee
Range: $51$105
$75
40Oklahoma
Range: $51$104
$75
41Delaware
Range: $60$90
$74
42Missouri
Range: $52$99
$74
43Mississippi
Range: $51$104
$73
44Montana
Range: $40$91
$70
45Kansas
Range: $51$91
$70
46Florida
Range: $35$110
$67
47West Virginia
Range: $40$115
$65
48Louisiana
Range: $40$87
$63
49Oregon
Range: $40$108
$63
50North Dakota
Range: $40$91
$57
51South Dakota
Range: $40$88
$56
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