Cost of a ER Visit (Moderate) Visit
in Kansas
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Kansas's rural geography and concentration of healthcare resources in metropolitan areas significantly influences emergency department costs across the state. For an ER Visit (Moderate), patients typically pay between $86 and $167, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $115 based on negotiated insurance rates from over 3,000 active providers statewide. Kansas residents can browse all available emergency care providers to find the most cost-effective option for their specific needs and insurance coverage.
Average
$123
Median
$115
Lowest
$86
Highest
$167
Providers
3,074
13% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does er visit (moderate severity) compare to related procedures in Kansas?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ER Visit (Low Severity) Emergency department visit, low severity | 99283 | $51 | $67 | $91 | 3,082 |
| ER Visit (High Severity) Emergency department visit, high severity | 99285 | $88 | $168 | $243 | 3,285 |
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 99284 — Emergency department visit, 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 99284 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 99284 (Emergency department visit, moderate severity), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 99284 covers: the provider's professional fee for er visit (moderate 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 Kansas
These hospitals in Kansas are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
CLAY CENTER, KS
LEAWOOD, KS
SALINA, KS
WICHITA, KS
HUTCHINSON, KS
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why ER Visit (Moderate) Visit Costs Vary Across Kansas
Kansas emergency care costs run approximately 7% below the national average, reflecting the state's lower overall cost of living and less concentrated healthcare market compared to coastal states. The state's expansive rural geography creates unique challenges in emergency care access and pricing across different regions.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Kansas's vast rural areas often have limited emergency care options, with many residents traveling significant distances to reach full-service emergency departments in cities like Wichita, Topeka, or Kansas City. Rural critical access hospitals may have lower facility fees but limited capabilities for moderate-complexity cases, potentially requiring transfers to urban facilities. This geographic disparity can create substantial cost and access variations depending on your location within the state.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based emergency departments in Kansas, particularly those affiliated with major health systems like Ascension Via Christi or The University of Kansas Health System, typically charge higher facility fees than independent emergency centers. Academic medical centers and Level I trauma centers generally have the highest overhead costs due to their teaching missions and specialized capabilities. Community hospitals and critical access hospitals often offer more moderate pricing for routine emergency care while maintaining quality standards.
Insurance Market Competition in Kansas
The Kansas insurance market features moderate competition among major carriers including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna, which helps keep negotiated rates reasonable compared to monopolistic markets. Rural areas may have fewer insurer options, potentially leading to less competitive pricing in those regions. The state's regulatory environment generally supports competitive pricing, though the lack of Medicaid expansion limits market dynamics for lower-income populations.
Physician Supply and Demand in Kansas
With over 3,000 emergency care providers across the state, Kansas maintains adequate physician supply in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions that can affect both access and pricing. The state's medical schools and residency programs help maintain a steady supply of emergency physicians, though retention in rural areas remains challenging. This supply-demand imbalance means rural emergency visits may cost more per capita due to lower patient volumes, while urban areas benefit from competition and economies of scale.
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 (Moderate) Costs in Kansas
What is the average cost of a ER Visit (Moderate) visit in Kansas without insurance?
Does Kansas Medicaid cover ER Visit (Moderate) visits?
How do I find an affordable ER Visit (Moderate) near me in Kansas?
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 (Moderate) visit in Kansas?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a ER Visit (Moderate) in Kansas?
Click a state to compare costs
Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 99284)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $647 | $311 |
| 2 | Illinois Range: $80 – $431 | $223 |
| 3 | Iowa Range: $80 – $371 | $205 |
| 4 | New Hampshire Range: $102 – $307 | $202 |
| 5 | Pennsylvania Range: $55 – $431 | $191 |
| 6 | New York Range: $67 – $374 | $183 |
| 7 | Rhode Island Range: $62 – $374 | $177 |
| 8 | Maine Range: $116 – $233 | $172 |
| 9 | Massachusetts Range: $62 – $368 | $170 |
| 10 | Nebraska Range: $83 – $291 | $165 |
| 11 | Washington Range: $80 – $259 | $161 |
| 12 | Michigan Range: $80 – $291 | $158 |
| 13 | New Mexico Range: $85 – $266 | $158 |
| 14 | Wyoming Range: $85 – $262 | $157 |
| 15 | Colorado Range: $80 – $267 | $157 |
| 16 | Vermont Range: $80 – $257 | $156 |
| 17 | Georgia Range: $84 – $246 | $151 |
| 18 | California Range: $80 – $258 | $142 |
| 19 | Indiana Range: $80 – $258 | $142 |
| 20 | Kentucky Range: $70 – $246 | $140 |
| 21 | North Carolina Range: $80 – $231 | $139 |
| 22 | District of Columbia Range: $80 – $217 | $138 |
| 23 | West Virginia Range: $62 – $174 | $137 |
| 24 | Utah Range: $80 – $228 | $135 |
| 25 | Maryland Range: $80 – $206 | $132 |
| 26 | New Jersey Range: $60 – $237 | $131 |
| 27 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $217 | $130 |
| 28 | Arkansas Range: $80 – $194 | $130 |
| 29 | Virginia Range: $81 – $202 | $129 |
| 30 | Tennessee Range: $85 – $187 | $128 |
| 31 | South Carolina Range: $80 – $206 | $128 |
| 32 | Ohio Range: $75 – $197 | $127 |
| 33 | Missouri Range: $85 – $167 | $124 |
| 34 | Alabama Range: $80 – $195 | $124 |
| 35 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $169 | $123 |
| 36 | Kansas Range: $86 – $167 | $123 |
| 37 | Texas Range: $80 – $196 | $122 |
| 38 | Arizona Range: $80 – $187 | $122 |
| 39 | Mississippi Range: $86 – $165 | $121 |
| 40 | Idaho Range: $80 – $194 | $121 |
| 41 | Delaware Range: $80 – $157 | $120 |
| 42 | Minnesota Range: $62 – $233 | $119 |
| 43 | Nevada Range: $84 – $184 | $119 |
| 44 | Connecticut Range: $55 – $211 | $118 |
| 45 | Alaska Range: $80 – $194 | $118 |
| 46 | Louisiana Range: $62 – $150 | $104 |
| 47 | Oregon Range: $62 – $183 | $102 |
| 48 | Montana Range: $62 – $145 | $96 |
| 49 | Florida Range: $35 – $190 | $95 |
| 50 | North Dakota Range: $62 – $121 | $82 |
| 51 | South Dakota Range: $62 – $121 | $82 |