How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Illinois?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Illinois

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $677, with most between $327 and $952 ($968 cash/self-pay). Based on 110 Illinois hospitals — 24% higher than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,753 (2.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$677
Illinois · $327$952
Cash / self-pay
$968
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,753
2.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 110 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Illinois?

In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $677, with most between $327 and $952, based on 110 Illinois hospitals. That's 24% higher than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Illinois run around $968. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,753), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Illinois hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,753 — roughly 2.6× the $677 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 Illinois?

Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $677), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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