How much does Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Massachusetts?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Carotid artery ultrasound is about $503, with most between $339 and $662 ($1,056 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 Massachusetts hospitals — 8% lower than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,056 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$503
Massachusetts · $339–$662
Cash / self-pay
$1,056
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,056
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 36 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $503, with most between $339 and $662, based on 36 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 8% lower than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Massachusetts run around $1,056. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,056), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,056 — roughly 2.1× the $503 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $503), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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