How much does an Emergency room visit cost in Wisconsin?

Emergency room visit (level 5) · CPT 99285 · State: Wisconsin

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Emergency room visit (level 5) is about $1,717, with most between $820 and $2,048 ($1,304 cash/self-pay). Based on 105 Wisconsin hospitals — 40% higher than the national typical of $1,224.

Insurer-negotiated
$1,717
Wisconsin · $820$2,048
Cash / self-pay
$1,304
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,922
gross charge

Source: medians across 105 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs

How much does an Emergency room visit (level 5) cost in Wisconsin?

In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Emergency room visit (level 5) is about $1,717, with most between $820 and $2,048, based on 105 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 40% higher than the national typical of $1,224.

How much does an Emergency room visit (level 5) cost without insurance in Wisconsin?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Emergency room visit (level 5) in Wisconsin run around $1,304. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,922), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Can I negotiate the cost of an Emergency room visit (level 5) in Wisconsin?

Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,717), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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