Emergency department visit high severity
CPT 99284 • Emergency
North Carolina price range
Lowest
$4
Average
$225
Highest
$5,015
Based on 481 negotiated rates from NC hospitals.
About this procedure
An ER visit (level 4) — urgent but not life-threatening, requiring moderate complexity work-up like labs, imaging, or IV medications.
What to expect
Triage on arrival. Wait times vary widely (15 minutes to 6+ hours depending on volume). Costs are typically 5-10x the equivalent urgent-care visit. The facility fee alone can be $1,000+. Always check if an urgent care or virtual visit fits your symptoms first.
Top hospitals in NC
| Hospital | Rates | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NMC Camp Lejeune Camp Lejeune, NC | 3 | $77 | $97 | $111 |
| LIFEBRITE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF STOKES DANBURY, NC | 3 | $83 | $104 | $116 |
| EAST CAROLINA HEALTH-BERTIE WINDSOR, NC | 2 | $101 | $106 | $111 |
| UNC HOSPITALS CHAPEL HILL, NC | 2 | $103 | $107 | $112 |
| ATRIUM HEALTH HOSPITALS INC SHELBY, NC | 2 | $103 | $106 | $110 |