Cost of a Joint Injection Visit
in Utah
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Utah's healthcare system serves a growing population of 3.4 million residents with approximately 440 active Joint Injection providers across the Wasatch Front and rural regions. Joint Injection visit costs in Utah typically range from $37 to $142, with a median negotiated rate of $92 based on current insurance transparency data. The state's robust provider network spans from Salt Lake City's major medical centers to smaller clinics serving rural communities throughout the Intermountain West, allowing patients to browse all providers in Utah when seeking specialized joint care.
Average
$90
Median
$92
Lowest
$37
Highest
$142
Providers
440
25% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does joint injection compare to related procedures in Utah?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skin Biopsy Tangential biopsy of skin | 11102 | $54 | $115 | $220 | 394 |
| Abscess Drainage (I&D) Incision and drainage of abscess, simple | 10060 | $40 | $185 | $278 | 421 |
| Blood Draw (Venipuncture) Routine venipuncture for blood sample | 36415 | $3 | $3 | $85 | 537 |
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 20610 — Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint). 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 20610 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 20610 (Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 20610 covers: the provider's professional fee for joint injection. 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 Joint Injection Visit Costs Vary Across Utah
Utah's healthcare costs run approximately 2% below the national average, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and efficient healthcare delivery systems. The Intermountain West's geographic isolation creates unique market dynamics where regional health systems face less competition from out-of-state providers.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Wasatch Front corridor from Ogden to Provo concentrates most of Utah's Joint Injection specialists, creating competitive pricing and shorter wait times. Rural areas like southeastern Utah and the Uintah Basin have fewer specialists, often requiring patients to travel to Salt Lake City or seek care through visiting specialist programs. This geographic disparity can affect both access and pricing for specialized joint care.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Intermountain Healthcare and University of Utah Health dominate Utah's hospital market, operating numerous specialty clinics with higher overhead costs than independent practices. These health system-owned facilities often charge facility fees that can significantly increase visit costs. Smaller independent orthopedic and rheumatology practices typically offer more competitive cash-pay rates and lower total visit costs.
Insurance Market Competition in Utah
SelectHealth, BCBS Utah, and UnitedHealthcare control the majority of Utah's commercial insurance market, creating moderate competition for negotiated rates. SelectHealth's local presence and integrated delivery model with Intermountain Healthcare can result in preferential pricing arrangements. The relatively concentrated insurer market means providers have less leverage in rate negotiations compared to more competitive states.
Physician Supply and Demand in Utah
With 440 active Joint Injection providers serving Utah's 3.4 million residents, the state maintains adequate specialist availability in urban areas. This healthy supply-to-demand ratio helps keep consultation fees competitive, particularly along the Wasatch Front. However, the concentration of specialists in metropolitan areas means rural patients may face longer wait times and higher travel costs to access care.
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 — Joint Injection Costs in Utah
What is the average cost of a Joint Injection visit in Utah without insurance?
Does Utah Medicaid cover Joint Injection visits?
How do I find an affordable Joint Injection near me in Utah?
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 Joint Injection visit in Utah?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Joint Injection in Utah?
Click a state to compare costs
Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 20610)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $72 – $487 | $246 |
| 2 | Massachusetts Range: $55 – $538 | $227 |
| 3 | Minnesota Range: $57 – $487 | $224 |
| 4 | Rhode Island Range: $42 – $538 | $223 |
| 5 | Connecticut Range: $44 – $538 | $222 |
| 6 | Pennsylvania Range: $43 – $538 | $220 |
| 7 | Delaware Range: $41 – $538 | $220 |
| 8 | New York Range: $44 – $538 | $220 |
| 9 | Hawaii Range: $52 – $487 | $208 |
| 10 | North Dakota Range: $44 – $307 | $144 |
| 11 | Iowa Range: $61 – $256 | $142 |
| 12 | South Dakota Range: $48 – $268 | $134 |
| 13 | West Virginia Range: $42 – $264 | $131 |
| 14 | Michigan Range: $45 – $254 | $127 |
| 15 | New Hampshire Range: $65 – $185 | $122 |
| 16 | District of Columbia Range: $40 – $221 | $116 |
| 17 | Wyoming Range: $60 – $201 | $116 |
| 18 | Nebraska Range: $56 – $155 | $114 |
| 19 | Kentucky Range: $48 – $209 | $114 |
| 20 | Georgia Range: $45 – $211 | $114 |
| 21 | California Range: $64 – $185 | $112 |
| 22 | Idaho Range: $51 – $202 | $111 |
| 23 | Colorado Range: $45 – $208 | $111 |
| 24 | Indiana Range: $50 – $191 | $110 |
| 25 | Illinois Range: $50 – $191 | $108 |
| 26 | Maine Range: $75 – $128 | $105 |
| 27 | Oregon Range: $58 – $167 | $103 |
| 28 | New Jersey Range: $34 – $205 | $101 |
| 29 | Washington Range: $62 – $152 | $98 |
| 30 | North Carolina Range: $45 – $158 | $95 |
| 31 | New Mexico Range: $51 – $141 | $93 |
| 32 | Vermont Range: $48 – $152 | $92 |
| 33 | Utah Range: $37 – $142 | $90 |
| 34 | Maryland Range: $39 – $167 | $89 |
| 35 | Oklahoma Range: $38 – $136 | $87 |
| 36 | South Carolina Range: $42 – $131 | $83 |
| 37 | Texas Range: $45 – $119 | $83 |
| 38 | Mississippi Range: $38 – $151 | $82 |
| 39 | Montana Range: $70 – $95 | $82 |
| 40 | Alaska Range: $80 – $85 | $82 |
| 41 | Arkansas Range: $47 – $116 | $82 |
| 42 | Virginia Range: $35 – $138 | $80 |
| 43 | Nevada Range: $35 – $140 | $79 |
| 44 | Missouri Range: $43 – $101 | $77 |
| 45 | Louisiana Range: $38 – $115 | $75 |
| 46 | Ohio Range: $38 – $106 | $75 |
| 47 | Alabama Range: $38 – $117 | $74 |
| 48 | Tennessee Range: $42 – $111 | $74 |
| 49 | Kansas Range: $43 – $100 | $70 |
| 50 | Florida Range: $35 – $109 | $66 |
| 51 | Arizona Range: $38 – $102 | $64 |