Medical Procedure Costs in Kentucky

Kentucky medical procedure costs are generally below the national average. Kentucky has a single Medicare pricing locality.

Cost vs National Avg
-7.0%
Lower than average
Pricing Localities
1
Medicare pricing regions
Procedures Covered
7,500+
CPT codes with pricing

Procedure Costs in Kentucky

ProcedureKentucky
Incision & Drainage of Abscess$119
Skin Biopsy (Tangential)$87
Skin Biopsy (Punch)$111
Destruction of Skin Lesion$61
Partial Mastectomy$601
Total Hip Replacement$1,107
Total Knee Replacement$1,105
Knee Arthroscopy$485
Upper Endoscopy (EGD)$295
Upper Endoscopy (EGD) With Biopsy$381
Colonoscopy (Diagnostic)$348
Colonoscopy With Biopsy$440
Colonoscopy With Polyp Removal$461
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy$602
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair$402
Laparoscopic Removal of Ovarian Cyst$564
Vaginal Delivery (Global)$2,115
Cesarean Delivery (Global)$2,362
Lumbar Discectomy$845
Cataract Surgery$438
MRI Brain Without Contrast$179
MRI Brain With Contrast$246
MRI Brain$290
Chest X-Ray$30
CT Chest Without Contrast$122
CT Chest With Contrast$152
MRI Cervical Spine$175
MRI Lumbar Spine$176
Shoulder X-Ray$32
MRI Shoulder$187
Knee X-Ray$31
MRI Knee$187
CT Abdomen & Pelvis Without Contrast$169
CT Abdomen & Pelvis With Contrast$274
Ultrasound Abdomen$105
Ultrasound Transvaginal$107
Ultrasound Pelvis$96
Diagnostic Mammogram$143
Screening Mammogram$115
Nuclear Stress Test$386
Psychiatric Evaluation$168
Psychiatric Evaluation With Medical Services$195
Psychotherapy (45 min)$111
Psychotherapy (60 min)$163
ECG/EKG$14
Echocardiogram$180
Stress Echocardiogram$170
Carotid Ultrasound$171
Laser Treatment for Skin$126
Physical Therapy (Therapeutic Exercise)$28
Physical Therapy (Manual Therapy)$26
PT Evaluation (Low Complexity)$93
PT Evaluation (Moderate Complexity)$93
Office Visit (New, Low)$111
Office Visit (New, Moderate-High)$168
Office Visit (New, High)$224
Office Visit (Established, Moderate)$90
Office Visit (Established, Moderate-High)$128
Office Visit (Established, High)$182

Prices shown are Medicare office (non-facility) rates. Click any procedure for full details including hospital rates and savings tips.

Understanding Medical Costs in Kentucky

Medical procedure costs in Kentucky are determined by Medicare's Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs), which account for differences in physician work, practice expenses, and malpractice insurance across regions.

The prices listed above represent Medicare reimbursement rates, which serve as a baseline for what healthcare costs in Kentucky. Private insurance companies typically negotiate rates between 130% and 200% of these Medicare amounts. If you are paying out of pocket, many providers in Kentucky offer cash discounts of 20% to 40% off their standard charges.

For the most accurate pricing, enter your ZIP code on any procedure page to see costs adjusted for your specific locality within Kentucky.

Ways to Save on Medical Costs in Kentucky

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Data source: 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (CMS PPRRVU26B, released March 2026). Conversion factor: $33.4009. Prices shown are Medicare allowed amounts and may not reflect actual charges. Private insurance and self-pay estimates are approximations.