Healthcare Procedure Costs: Pacific Northwest
Alaska and Hawaii have significantly higher practice cost indices due to geographic isolation. Washington and Oregon are moderate to high.
6 Medicare payment areas · Covering WA, OR, AK, HI · Data: 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
Cities in the Pacific Northwest
Pick a city to see local procedure prices and what hospitals charge:
| City | State | vs National avg |
|---|---|---|
| ALASKA | AK | +19% above |
| SEATTLE (KING CNTY) | WA | +12% above |
| PORTLAND | OR | +4% above |
| HAWAII, GUAM | HI | +3% above |
| REST OF WASHINGTON | WA | +1% above |
| REST OF OREGON | OR | -3% below |
What Common Procedures Cost in the Pacific Northwest
These are the Medicare-allowed physician fees for common procedures, showing the range across localities in this region. The physician fee is what the doctor receives — it does not include hospital facility fees, which are typically much higher.
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Important: These figures come from publicly available Medicare fee schedule data and hospital price transparency filings. They are not a quote or guarantee of what you will pay. Your actual cost depends on your insurance plan, deductible, facility, and specific clinical circumstances. Always verify costs with your facility and insurance provider before scheduling. This content is for educational purposes only.
Data last updated: June 2026