How much does an Emergency room visit cost in Philadelphia?
Emergency room visit (level 4) · CPT 99284 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Emergency room visit (level 4) is about $831, with most between $497 and $1,031 ($447 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 5% lower than the national typical of $876. Hospital list charges run about $5,502 (6.6× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does an Emergency room visit (level 4) cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Emergency room visit (level 4) is about $831, with most between $497 and $1,031, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 5% lower than the national typical of $876.
How much does an Emergency room visit (level 4) cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Emergency room visit (level 4) in Philadelphia run around $447. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,502), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for an Emergency room visit (level 4) so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for an Emergency room visit (level 4) run about $5,502 — roughly 6.6× the $831 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $831), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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