Medical Procedure Costs in Maryland

Maryland medical procedure costs are generally above the national average. Medicare divides Maryland into 2 pricing localities, so costs can vary within the state.

Cost vs National Avg
+3.3%
Higher than average
Pricing Localities
2
Medicare pricing regions
Procedures Covered
7,500+
CPT codes with pricing

Pricing Regions in Maryland

LocalityWork GPCIPE GPCI
baltimore/surr. cntys1.0161.073
rest of maryland1.0101.012

GPCI (Geographic Practice Cost Index) values adjust Medicare payments for regional cost differences. Higher values mean higher costs. A GPCI of 1.000 equals the national average.

Procedure Costs in Maryland

ProcedureMaryland
Incision & Drainage of Abscess$133
Skin Biopsy (Tangential)$99
Skin Biopsy (Punch)$126
Destruction of Skin Lesion$69
Partial Mastectomy$653
Total Hip Replacement$1,197
Total Knee Replacement$1,194
Knee Arthroscopy$533
Upper Endoscopy (EGD)$335
Upper Endoscopy (EGD) With Biopsy$435
Colonoscopy (Diagnostic)$392
Colonoscopy With Biopsy$497
Colonoscopy With Polyp Removal$517
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy$652
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair$438
Laparoscopic Removal of Ovarian Cyst$603
Vaginal Delivery (Global)$2,284
Cesarean Delivery (Global)$2,553
Lumbar Discectomy$929
Cataract Surgery$476
MRI Brain Without Contrast$202
MRI Brain With Contrast$279
MRI Brain$328
Chest X-Ray$34
CT Chest Without Contrast$137
CT Chest With Contrast$173
MRI Cervical Spine$198
MRI Lumbar Spine$199
Shoulder X-Ray$37
MRI Shoulder$213
Knee X-Ray$36
MRI Knee$212
CT Abdomen & Pelvis Without Contrast$189
CT Abdomen & Pelvis With Contrast$311
Ultrasound Abdomen$118
Ultrasound Transvaginal$122
Ultrasound Pelvis$109
Diagnostic Mammogram$163
Screening Mammogram$131
Nuclear Stress Test$445
Psychiatric Evaluation$177
Psychiatric Evaluation With Medical Services$207
Psychotherapy (45 min)$116
Psychotherapy (60 min)$170
ECG/EKG$16
Echocardiogram$204
Stress Echocardiogram$192
Carotid Ultrasound$196
Laser Treatment for Skin$143
Physical Therapy (Therapeutic Exercise)$30
Physical Therapy (Manual Therapy)$28
PT Evaluation (Low Complexity)$101
PT Evaluation (Moderate Complexity)$101
Office Visit (New, Low)$121
Office Visit (New, Moderate-High)$183
Office Visit (New, High)$244
Office Visit (Established, Moderate)$98
Office Visit (Established, Moderate-High)$140
Office Visit (Established, High)$198

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

Understanding Medical Costs in Maryland

Medical procedure costs in Maryland are determined by Medicare's Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs), which account for differences in physician work, practice expenses, and malpractice insurance across regions. Because Maryland has 2 different pricing localities, costs can vary significantly depending on where within the state the procedure is performed.

The prices listed above represent Medicare reimbursement rates, which serve as a baseline for what healthcare costs in Maryland. Private insurance companies typically negotiate rates between 130% and 200% of these Medicare amounts. If you are paying out of pocket, many providers in Maryland 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 Maryland.

Ways to Save on Medical Costs in Maryland

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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.