How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Alabama?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Alabama

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $311, with most between $243 and $649 ($475 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 Alabama hospitals — 43% lower than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $950 (3.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$311
Alabama · $243$649
Cash / self-pay
$475
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$950
3.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 54 Alabama hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Carotid artery ultrasound cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Alabama — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Alabama?

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $311, with most between $243 and $649, based on 54 Alabama hospitals. That's 43% lower than the national typical of $548.

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost without insurance in Alabama?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Alabama run around $475. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $950), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Alabama hospital bill for a Carotid artery ultrasound so high?

Alabama hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $950 — roughly 3.1× the $311 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of a Carotid artery ultrasound in Alabama?

Yes. If a Alabama hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $311), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alabama hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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