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Healthcare Cost Feb 25, 2025 8 min

Emergency Room Visit Cost With And Without Insurance (2025 Update)

An ER visit can range from few hundres (in the rarest minimal-severity cases) to $20,000+ for major procedures. Nationwide averages hover around $2,700–$3,000 without insurance, and typically $400–$650 out-of-pocket if you have decent coverage (and have met some of your deductible).

By Brianne Smith, DNP, PhD
Wellness Sep 17, 2021 4 min

What’s the Difference Between Ibuprofen & Acetaminophen?

Acetaminphen and ibuprofen are more commonly referred to as Tylenol and Advil. These are their brand most popular brand names.

By Alyssa Corso
Prescriptions Jan 1, 2024 4 min

What's the Least Expensive Cholesterol Medication in 2024?

Statins are used to treat high cholesterol and cost about $139.29 for generic and $360.43 for brand name medications.

By Jacqueline Slobin
Public Health May 11, 2024 11 min

How Much Does HIV Testing Cost Without Insurance?

HIV is a virus that breaks down certain cells in your immune system. The national average cost for an HIV test is $84 and could be as high as $600.

By Alyssa Corso
Public Health Jan 1, 2024 8 min

Insulin Cost With and Without Insurance in 2024

Human insulin ranges in cost between $25-$100 per vial. Insulin analogs mimic the effect of insulin in our bodies but are not chemically identical to human insulin; these drugs are often more expensive, ranging anywhere between $174-$300.

By Spencer Lee
Prescriptions Jan 1, 2024 6 min

How Much Does Viagra Cost Without Insurance in 2024?

Sildenafil is oftentimes known by popular brand names, such as Viagra and Revatio. It's a prescription medication that treats erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. ED is a fairly common condition in a man where the penis will not remain erect or an individual is unable to maintain an erection. The typical cost for Viagra is between $150 and $205.

By Alyssa Corso
Prescriptions Sep 15, 2021 7 min

Is Prozac or Zoloft Better?

Zoloft and Prozac belong to a family of medications called Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) and work by increasing the amount of serotonin in the brain. Differences between the two medications include the age groups they are approved for and their uses. The cost for sertraline, the generic version of Zoloft, is about $40. And Fluoxetine, the generic version of Prozac, costs about $31.

By Alyssa Corso
Prescriptions Jan 1, 2024 4 min

How Much Does Levothyroxine Cost Without Insurance in 2024?

Hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and thyroid cancer are conditions that can affect the production of essential hormones and require medication. Medication for hyperthyroidism can range from about $4 to $93 and medication for hypothyroidism can range from about $16 to $25 for 30 tablets.

By Jacqueline Slobin
Tips Sep 15, 2021 5 min

How To Manage Diabetes Without Insurance?

Without insurance, you can manage diabetes using Mira, Medicaid or Medicare, or Patient Assistance Programs.

By Spencer Lee
Health Insurance Sep 15, 2021 7 min

What To Do When You Need To See a Doctor but Don’t Have Insurance

Although a doctor’s visit can be costly if you don’t have insurance, there are ways to see your doctor at an affordable price. Some ways include utilizing government benefits, using free clinics, or community health centers. The out-of-pocket cost for a doctor’s visit ranges between $70 - $250, but oftentimes it is much more than this due to additional testing, procedures, and administrative fees.

By Alyssa Corso
Insights Dec 12, 2022 6 min

Urgent Care vs. Doctor Visit Costs Without Insurance & When to Go to Each

Urgent care facilities and doctor visits may treat similar health conditions. If you are managing a chronic condition and can get an appointment with your doctor, that may be a good option for you.

By Alyssa Corso
Insights Apr 22, 2024 4 min

How Much Is A Physical At Urgent Care? $150-$300

While urgent care clinics are commonly visited for responsive medicine, many offer preventative care visits such as annual physicals.

By Spencer Lee