Cost of a General Doctor (Adult) Visit
in Nebraska
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Nebraska's rural physician shortage affects over 70% of the state's counties, yet General Doctor (Adult) visit costs remain competitive nationally. Patients typically pay between $80 and $314, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $314 based on negotiated insurance rates. With 133 active General Doctor (Adult) providers serving the state, patients can browse all providers in Nebraska to find the best match for their healthcare needs.
Average
$236
Median
$314
Lowest
$80
Highest
$314
Providers
133
79% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does internal medicine visit compare to related procedures in Nebraska?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Medicine Visit Standard office visit with a family medicine physician | 99214 | $91 | $240 | $314 | 196 |
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 99214 — Office/outpatient visit, established patient, moderate complexity). 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 99214 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 99214 (Office/outpatient visit, established patient, moderate complexity), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 99214 covers: the provider's professional fee for internal medicine visit. 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 Internists in Nebraska
Dr. Mohammed Nazmul, MD
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Dr. Jonathan Spencer, MD
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Dr. Jeffrey King, MD
Internal Medicine Physician · Grand Island, NE
Dr. George Hutfless, MD
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Why General Doctor (Adult) Visit Costs Vary Across Nebraska
Nebraska's healthcare costs run approximately 1% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and moderate provider competition. The state's agricultural economy and scattered rural population create unique access challenges that influence pricing patterns across different regions.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Omaha and Lincoln concentrate most of Nebraska's General Doctor (Adult) specialists, while rural counties often face physician shortages that can drive up costs and extend wait times. Patients in western Nebraska may need to travel significant distances to major medical centers, adding transportation costs to their healthcare expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient clinics in Nebraska typically charge higher facility fees than independent physician practices, reflecting higher overhead costs for health systems like Nebraska Medicine and CHI Health. Rural critical access hospitals often have limited internal medicine specialists, requiring partnerships with urban providers or telemedicine services.
Insurance Market Competition in Nebraska
The state's insurance market features moderate competition between BCBS Nebraska, UHC, and Aetna, with Blue Cross Blue Shield historically maintaining the largest market share. Limited insurer competition in some rural areas can result in higher premiums and fewer in-network provider options for General Doctor (Adult) care.
Physician Supply and Demand in Nebraska
With 133 active General Doctor (Adult) providers serving approximately 1.9 million residents, Nebraska faces moderate physician density that varies dramatically between urban and rural areas. This supply imbalance creates longer wait times and potentially higher costs in underserved regions, while metropolitan areas maintain more competitive pricing and availability.
Cost by Procedure Type
Internal Medicine Visit can be billed under different CPT codes depending on what's done during the procedure in Nebraska.
Follow-up, low complexity
Follow-up, moderate complexity
Follow-up, high complexity
New patient, low complexity
New patient, moderate complexity
New patient, high complexity
Costs shown are median negotiated rates. Your actual cost depends on your insurance plan and provider.
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 — General Doctor (Adult) Costs in Nebraska
What is the average cost of a General Doctor (Adult) visit in Nebraska without insurance?
Does Nebraska Medicaid cover General Doctor (Adult) visits?
How do I find an affordable General Doctor (Adult) near me in Nebraska?
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 General Doctor (Adult) visit in Nebraska?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a General Doctor (Adult) in Nebraska?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 99214)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nebraska Range: $80 – $314 | $236 |
| 2 | New Hampshire Range: $113 – $282 | $205 |
| 3 | Maine Range: $85 – $255 | $197 |
| 4 | Wyoming Range: $98 – $303 | $177 |
| 5 | Iowa Range: $80 – $274 | $165 |
| 6 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $315 | $162 |
| 7 | Minnesota Range: $73 – $313 | $159 |
| 8 | Vermont Range: $73 – $243 | $158 |
| 9 | New Mexico Range: $80 – $234 | $157 |
| 10 | South Dakota Range: $80 – $293 | $154 |
| 11 | Illinois Range: $73 – $226 | $151 |
| 12 | District of Columbia Range: $59 – $242 | $148 |
| 13 | Delaware Range: $80 – $200 | $141 |
| 14 | Massachusetts Range: $80 – $255 | $140 |
| 15 | California Range: $80 – $250 | $138 |
| 16 | New York Range: $73 – $200 | $135 |
| 17 | Washington Range: $80 – $242 | $134 |
| 18 | Michigan Range: $66 – $236 | $130 |
| 19 | Hawaii Range: $70 – $228 | $128 |
| 20 | Georgia Range: $74 – $202 | $127 |
| 21 | Connecticut Range: $80 – $202 | $125 |
| 22 | Arkansas Range: $72 – $175 | $125 |
| 23 | Indiana Range: $74 – $209 | $125 |
| 24 | Louisiana Range: $70 – $202 | $124 |
| 25 | Colorado Range: $80 – $203 | $124 |
| 26 | West Virginia Range: $80 – $159 | $124 |
| 27 | Oregon Range: $80 – $206 | $124 |
| 28 | Ohio Range: $70 – $201 | $124 |
| 29 | Rhode Island Range: $80 – $200 | $123 |
| 30 | Pennsylvania Range: $74 – $202 | $122 |
| 31 | Kentucky Range: $80 – $201 | $122 |
| 32 | Utah Range: $75 – $204 | $121 |
| 33 | North Dakota Range: $80 – $188 | $120 |
| 34 | North Carolina Range: $73 – $200 | $119 |
| 35 | Florida Range: $55 – $207 | $117 |
| 36 | Tennessee Range: $73 – $173 | $115 |
| 37 | Missouri Range: $72 – $146 | $115 |
| 38 | Maryland Range: $49 – $202 | $112 |
| 39 | Nevada Range: $48 – $202 | $112 |
| 40 | Kansas Range: $72 – $151 | $111 |
| 41 | Arizona Range: $65 – $179 | $111 |
| 42 | South Carolina Range: $73 – $163 | $105 |
| 43 | Oklahoma Range: $72 – $158 | $105 |
| 44 | New Jersey Range: $53 – $193 | $103 |
| 45 | Alabama Range: $64 – $160 | $101 |
| 46 | Mississippi Range: $64 – $150 | $101 |
| 47 | Idaho Range: $75 – $125 | $93 |
| 48 | Montana Range: $80 – $102 | $87 |
| 49 | Alaska Range: $80 – $91 | $84 |