How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in California?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $567, with most between $326 and $1,324 ($1,240 cash/self-pay). Based on 197 California hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $2,560 (4.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$567
California · $326–$1,324
Cash / self-pay
$1,240
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,560
4.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 197 California 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 California — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $567, with most between $326 and $1,324, based on 197 California hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in California run around $1,240. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,560), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

California hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $2,560 — roughly 4.5× the $567 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 California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $567), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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