Urgent Care Visit Cost in California

Urgent Care Visit price in California

Regional cost index used for California: 1.22 (1.00 is the US average). That ranks California number 49 of 51 from lowest to highest cost. The low end of the range is typical of a clinic or provider that competes on price; the high end is typical of a hospital, a specialist or a big-city practice. Prices in your own town can sit outside the range, so call two or three providers and ask for the self-pay price.

Ways to lower the bill

• Tests and procedures are billed on top of the visit fee.
• Ask for the cash or self-pay price; it is often lower than the billed price.
• Compare two or three providers, including dental schools or low-cost clinics where they exist.
• Ask about payment plans and whether an HSA or FSA can be used.