How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Kentucky?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Kentucky

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $756, with most between $575 and $1,027 ($814 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Kentucky hospitals — 38% higher than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,680 (2.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$756
Kentucky · $575$1,027
Cash / self-pay
$814
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,680
2.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 52 Kentucky 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 Kentucky — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Kentucky?

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $756, with most between $575 and $1,027, based on 52 Kentucky hospitals. That's 38% higher than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Kentucky run around $814. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,680), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Kentucky hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,680 — roughly 2.2× the $756 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 Kentucky?

Yes. If a Kentucky hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $756), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kentucky hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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