How Much Is A Primary Care Doctor Visit Cost With and Without Insurance?
How Much Does a Primary Care Visit Cost Without Insurance?
A primary care visit without insurance can cost anywhere from $40 to $300, depending on where you live and the clinic you choose. A 2024 survey found the average out-of-pocket cost for a basic visit in major U.S. cities was about $171 for self-pay patients.
Updated Primary Care Costs by City
We surveyed at least 10 primary care clinics (not urgent care or DPC) in each large metro area. The table below shows typical visit fees for self-pay patients:
| City | Self-Pay Range | Average Basic Visit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City | $40–$300 | $149 | NYC Health + Hospitals uses a sliding scale ($0–$20). Some private offices charge $250+. |
| Los Angeles | $35–$300 | $190 | LA County DHS clinics can be $5–$40 if you qualify. Private clinics average $190 for a routine visit. |
| Chicago | $5–$175 | $150 | Howard Brown Health & other FQHCs start at $5 for uninsured. Some private offices charge $175. |
| Dallas-Fort Worth | $10–$200 | $135 | Parkland Health clinics might charge $10. Private clinics or urgent care can top $200. |
| Houston | $3–$200 | $169 | Harris Health “Gold Card” can reduce fees to $3. Private urgent care ~$150–$200. |
| Washington, D.C. | $0–$200 | $140 | AllCare Family Medicine posts $140 for a basic self-pay. Public clinics $0–$40. |
| Miami | $25–$250 | $160 | Miami Beach Community Health Center has sliding-scale from $25. Private practices may charge $250 for a new patient exam. |
| Philadelphia | $0–$175 | $150 (est.) | Philadelphia City Health Centers offer free or low-cost visits. Private offices $150 average. |
| Atlanta | $20–$150 | $100 (est.) | Mercy Care charges $35 on a sliding scale. Some private clinics charge $125+. |
| Boston | $0–$300 | $174–$200 (est.) | Massachusetts Health Safety Net covers low-income patients at $0–$40. Private offices or hospitals can be $300. |
Data compiled from phone calls, public fee schedules, and clinic websites (2023–2024). FQHC = Federally Qualified Health Center.
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Ashley Brooks works in Healthcare Consulting and graduates with her MPH in September of 2022 from George Washington University, but graduated with her B.S. in Health Science from James Madison University in 2019. Ashley has been with Mira since June of 2021 and shares the passion for creating affordable healthcare coverage for all!