Most medical procedure projects cost between $100 and $10,000 per visit, with a typical price near $500. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical medical procedure cost
$100 – $10,000
per visit · typical $500
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Medical procedure cost breakdown
- Primary care visit$100 – $300typical $150
- ER visit (non-emergency)$500 – $3,000typical $1,200
- Outpatient surgery$5,000 – $50,000typical $15,000
What Medical Care costs
Costs cover doctor visits, tests, and treatments. Without insurance, prices are high; with insurance, out-of-pocket depends on deductibles and copays. Hospital stays and specialists add significantly.
Costs by state
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently asked questions
Why are medical costs so high in the US?
Administrative overhead, high drug prices, and provider charges. Canada has public insurance, but US costs are unregulated.
How can I lower medical bills?
Negotiate cash prices, ask for itemized bills, use in-network providers, and check for financial assistance programs.
Does insurance cover everything?
No, deductibles, copays, and out-of-network charges apply. Read your policy carefully.