Cash-Pay Specialist Guide

Specialist Care at Self-Pay Prices

Most specialists offer cash-pay rates 50-80% lower than insurance. Know what to ask and what to expect.

20-80% savings
Just ask for cash rate

Prices are estimates only. Verify with provider before booking.Not medical advice.Emergencies: 911

Ask for Prompt-Pay Discount

Paying within 30 days can reduce your bill by 20-50%

Bundle Services

Combine consult + procedure for 15-25% additional savings

Use FairVisitHealth Prices as Leverage

"I found your published rate of $X—can you match that?"

Check FAIR Health

Reference fair market prices at fairhealth.org

Cardiology Cash-Pay Pricing

EKG + Consult
Save 50-70%
Insured:$400-$800
Cash-Pay:$150-$350
Echocardiogram
Save 60-70%
Insured:$800-$2,000
Cash-Pay:$300-$600
Stress Test
Save 60-70%
Insured:$500-$1,500
Cash-Pay:$200-$500
Holter Monitor
Save 60-70%
Insured:$300-$600
Cash-Pay:$100-$250

Tips for Cardiology

  • HonorHealth offers $218 prompt-pay for EKG + consult
  • Bundle cardiac workup for additional 15-20% savings
  • Ask about "cash-pay package" for new patient evaluations

What to Say When Calling

"I'm scheduling a cardiac evaluation. I'll be paying cash without insurance. What is your self-pay rate for an EKG and consult? I've seen rates around $200 at other facilities."

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