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Wyoming

Cost of a ER Visit (Moderate) Visit
in Wyoming

Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC

Wyoming's sparse population density across 97,814 square miles creates unique challenges for emergency care access, with some residents traveling over 100 miles to reach the nearest hospital. For an ER Visit (Moderate), patients typically pay between $85 and $262, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $125 based on negotiated insurance rates. Wyoming has 367 active providers offering moderate-severity emergency services across the state's 23 counties, though most are concentrated in urban centers like Cheyenne and Casper.

Average

$157

Median

$125

Lowest

$85

Highest

$262

Providers

367

National avg: $142Wyoming: $157

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Compare Similar Procedures

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

ProcedureCPTLowMedianHighProviders
ER Visit (Low Severity)

Emergency department visit, low severity

99283$54$82$155365
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 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.

Why ER Visit (Moderate) Visit Costs Vary Across Wyoming

Wyoming's emergency care costs run approximately 14% above national averages, driven by the state's challenging geography and small population base that limits economies of scale. The vast distances between population centers force many hospitals to maintain emergency departments with low patient volumes, increasing per-visit overhead costs significantly.

Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability

Wyoming's 23 counties span nearly 98,000 square miles, creating dramatic cost and access disparities between urban centers like Cheyenne-Laramie County and frontier counties with single critical access hospitals. Rural emergency departments often operate with minimal staffing and may transfer moderate-severity cases to larger facilities, adding transport costs. Urban areas like Casper and Cheyenne offer multiple emergency options with competitive pricing, while rural residents may face monopoly pricing at their nearest facility.

Facility Type and Overhead Costs

Wyoming's emergency care landscape includes major hospital systems like Banner Health Wyoming, CHI Health, and Wyoming Medical Center, alongside 15 critical access hospitals serving rural communities. Hospital-owned emergency departments typically charge both physician and facility fees, while some areas have freestanding emergency centers with lower overhead costs. Critical access hospitals receive federal cost-plus reimbursement that can inflate charges for privately insured patients.

Insurance Market Competition in Wyoming

Limited insurer participation in Wyoming reduces competitive pressure on negotiated rates, with BCBS Wyoming holding dominant market share in many counties. UnitedHealthcare and Cigna provide alternatives primarily in urban markets, while rural areas often have single-payer options. The concentrated market allows hospitals to negotiate higher rates, particularly for emergency services where patients have limited choice.

Physician Supply and Demand in Wyoming

With 367 emergency medicine providers serving Wyoming's 580,000 residents, the state maintains adequate coverage in urban areas but faces shortages in frontier regions. Many rural emergency departments rely on family medicine physicians or locum tenens coverage, potentially affecting both cost and care quality. The physician shortage in rural areas eliminates price competition and can drive up emergency visit costs due to limited alternatives.

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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 (Moderate) Costs in Wyoming

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

Without insurance, moderate-severity emergency visits in Wyoming range from $85 to $262, with a median cost of $125 based on negotiated rates that hospitals often use as starting points for self-pay pricing. However, many Wyoming hospitals offer significant cash discounts, potentially reducing these amounts by 30-50% for uninsured patients. Rural critical access hospitals may have different pricing structures due to federal cost-plus reimbursement models.

Does Wyoming Medicaid cover ER Visit (Moderate) visits?

Wyoming Medicaid covers emergency visits for eligible populations including children, pregnant women, disabled adults, and elderly individuals, typically with minimal copays. However, Wyoming did not expand Medicaid, creating a coverage gap for working adults earning too much for traditional Medicaid but too little for marketplace subsidies. Eligible Medicaid patients can receive emergency care at any Wyoming hospital without prior authorization, as emergency services are federally mandated covered benefits.

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

Compare costs between hospital-based emergency departments and freestanding emergency centers in your area, as pricing can vary significantly even within the same city. Many Wyoming hospitals offer self-pay discounts and payment plans, so call billing departments to discuss options before your visit when possible. Rural residents should ask about charity care programs, as critical access hospitals often have federally funded assistance programs for low-income patients.

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

Emergency departments typically charge the same rate structure for moderate-severity visits regardless of whether it's your first visit or follow-up, with costs ranging from $85 to $262 in Wyoming. Unlike outpatient clinics that offer lower-cost follow-up visits, emergency departments bill based on acuity level and services provided rather than visit type. For ongoing care needs, transitioning to urgent care or primary care follow-up visits will be significantly less expensive than repeat emergency visits.

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

Yes, emergency department visits qualify as eligible medical expenses for both HSA and FSA accounts, including all associated costs like physician fees, facility fees, and emergency diagnostic tests. You can use these pre-tax dollars to pay deductibles, copays, and any out-of-network costs for emergency care in Wyoming. Keep all receipts and documentation, as emergency visits typically represent significant qualified medical expenses that maximize your tax-advantaged account benefits.

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

Telemedicine cannot replace moderate-severity emergency visits that require hands-on evaluation, diagnostic testing, or immediate interventions available only in emergency departments. However, telehealth urgent care consultations costing $50-100 can help Wyoming residents determine if their symptoms truly require emergency evaluation, potentially avoiding unnecessary high-cost emergency visits. Some Wyoming hospitals offer telemedicine pre-screening services that can direct patients to appropriate care levels, though true emergencies still require in-person evaluation.

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Average Visit Cost

$82
$311

Office visit (CPT 99284)

Compare With Other States

RankStateAverage↓
1Wisconsin
Range: $73 – $647
$311
2Illinois
Range: $80 – $431
$223
3Iowa
Range: $80 – $371
$205
4New Hampshire
Range: $102 – $307
$202
5Pennsylvania
Range: $55 – $431
$191
6New York
Range: $67 – $374
$183
7Rhode Island
Range: $62 – $374
$177
8Maine
Range: $116 – $233
$172
9Massachusetts
Range: $62 – $368
$170
10Nebraska
Range: $83 – $291
$165
11Washington
Range: $80 – $259
$161
12Michigan
Range: $80 – $291
$158
13New Mexico
Range: $85 – $266
$158
14Wyoming
Range: $85 – $262
$157
15Colorado
Range: $80 – $267
$157
16Vermont
Range: $80 – $257
$156
17Georgia
Range: $84 – $246
$151
18California
Range: $80 – $258
$142
19Indiana
Range: $80 – $258
$142
20Kentucky
Range: $70 – $246
$140
21North Carolina
Range: $80 – $231
$139
22District of Columbia
Range: $80 – $217
$138
23West Virginia
Range: $62 – $174
$137
24Utah
Range: $80 – $228
$135
25Maryland
Range: $80 – $206
$132
26New Jersey
Range: $60 – $237
$131
27Hawaii
Range: $80 – $217
$130
28Arkansas
Range: $80 – $194
$130
29Virginia
Range: $81 – $202
$129
30Tennessee
Range: $85 – $187
$128
31South Carolina
Range: $80 – $206
$128
32Ohio
Range: $75 – $197
$127
33Missouri
Range: $85 – $167
$124
34Alabama
Range: $80 – $195
$124
35Oklahoma
Range: $85 – $169
$123
36Kansas
Range: $86 – $167
$123
37Texas
Range: $80 – $196
$122
38Arizona
Range: $80 – $187
$122
39Mississippi
Range: $86 – $165
$121
40Idaho
Range: $80 – $194
$121
41Delaware
Range: $80 – $157
$120
42Minnesota
Range: $62 – $233
$119
43Nevada
Range: $84 – $184
$119
44Connecticut
Range: $55 – $211
$118
45Alaska
Range: $80 – $194
$118
46Louisiana
Range: $62 – $150
$104
47Oregon
Range: $62 – $183
$102
48Montana
Range: $62 – $145
$96
49Florida
Range: $35 – $190
$95
50North Dakota
Range: $62 – $121
$82
51South Dakota
Range: $62 – $121
$82
ER Visit (Moderate Severity) in Other States
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