How much does Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Colorado?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Colorado

In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Carotid artery ultrasound is about $812, with most between $667 and $1,174 ($902 cash/self-pay). Based on 76 Colorado hospitals — 48% higher than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,882 (2.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$812
Colorado · $667–$1,174
Cash / self-pay
$902
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,882
2.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 76 Colorado 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 Colorado — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Colorado?

In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $812, with most between $667 and $1,174, based on 76 Colorado hospitals. That's 48% higher than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Colorado run around $902. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,882), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Colorado hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,882 — roughly 2.3× the $812 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 Colorado?

Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $812), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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