How much does an Emergency room visit cost in Utah?
Emergency room visit (level 5) · CPT 99285 · State: Utah
In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Emergency room visit (level 5) is about $2,948, with most between $1,089 and $4,162 ($3,327 cash/self-pay). Based on 25 Utah hospitals — 141% higher than the national typical of $1,224. Hospital list charges run about $3,734 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 25 Utah hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Emergency room visit (level 5) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Emergency room visit (level 5) cost in Utah — FAQs
How much does an Emergency room visit (level 5) cost in Utah?
In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Emergency room visit (level 5) is about $2,948, with most between $1,089 and $4,162, based on 25 Utah hospitals. That's 141% higher than the national typical of $1,224.
How much does an Emergency room visit (level 5) cost without insurance in Utah?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Emergency room visit (level 5) in Utah run around $3,327. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,734), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Utah hospital bill for an Emergency room visit (level 5) so high?
Utah hospital "list" charges for an Emergency room visit (level 5) run about $3,734 — roughly 1.3× the $2,948 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 5) in Utah?
Yes. If a Utah hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,948), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Utah hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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