Healthcare

If you've ever wondered how much an ER visit costs, the honest answer is: it depends — wildly. A simple evaluation for a sprained ankle at a community hospital can run $600–$1,500, while a moderate visit with imaging and IV medication often lands between $2,000 and $5,000. A severe visit involving CT scans, specialist consults, or a short observation stay can exceed $10,000 before insurance. This calculator turns those ranges into a personalized estimate using your insurance type, the severity level the ER assigns, your region, and the kind of facility you walked into.