How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Denver?
Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · Metro area: Denver
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $1,454, with most between $757 and $1,640 ($1,870 cash/self-pay). Based on 17 Denver hospitals — 165% higher than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $2,173 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 17 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs
How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Denver?
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $1,454, with most between $757 and $1,640, based on 17 Denver hospitals. That's 165% higher than the national typical of $548.
How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost without insurance in Denver?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Denver run around $1,870. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,173), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Denver hospital bill for a Carotid artery ultrasound so high?
Denver hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $2,173 — roughly 1.5× the $1,454 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 Denver?
Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,454), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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