How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Charlotte?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · Metro area: Charlotte

In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $633, with most between $188 and $1,078 ($1,105 cash/self-pay). Based on 15 Charlotte hospitals — 16% higher than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $2,211 (3.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$633
Charlotte · $188$1,078
Cash / self-pay
$1,105
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,211
3.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 15 Charlotte 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 Charlotte — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Charlotte?

In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $633, with most between $188 and $1,078, based on 15 Charlotte hospitals. That's 16% higher than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Charlotte run around $1,105. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,211), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Charlotte hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $2,211 — roughly 3.5× the $633 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 Charlotte?

Yes. If a Charlotte hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $633), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Charlotte hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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