How much does Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Louisiana?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Louisiana

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Carotid artery ultrasound is about $485, with most between $359 and $717 ($592 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Louisiana hospitals — 11% lower than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,094 (2.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$485
Louisiana · $359–$717
Cash / self-pay
$592
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,094
2.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 52 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Louisiana?

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $485, with most between $359 and $717, based on 52 Louisiana hospitals. That's 11% lower than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Louisiana run around $592. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,094), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,094 — roughly 2.3× the $485 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 Louisiana?

Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $485), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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