How much does an Emergency room visit cost in Montana?
Emergency room visit (level 4) · CPT 99284 · State: Montana
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Emergency room visit (level 4) is about $549, with most between $326 and $954 ($640 cash/self-pay). Based on 21 Montana hospitals — 37% lower than the national typical of $876. Hospital list charges run about $806 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 21 Montana hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Emergency room visit (level 4) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Emergency room visit (level 4) cost in Montana — FAQs
How much does an Emergency room visit (level 4) cost in Montana?
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Emergency room visit (level 4) is about $549, with most between $326 and $954, based on 21 Montana hospitals. That's 37% lower than the national typical of $876.
How much does an Emergency room visit (level 4) cost without insurance in Montana?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Emergency room visit (level 4) in Montana run around $640. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $806), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Montana hospital bill for an Emergency room visit (level 4) so high?
Montana hospital "list" charges for an Emergency room visit (level 4) run about $806 — roughly 1.5× the $549 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of an Emergency room visit (level 4) in Montana?
Yes. If a Montana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $549), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Montana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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