How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in New York City?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · Metro area: New York City

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $1,009, with most between $238 and $1,244 ($283 cash/self-pay). Based on 36 New York City hospitals — 84% higher than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,307 (1.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,009
New York City · $238$1,244
Cash / self-pay
$283
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,307
1.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 36 New York City 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 New York City — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in New York City?

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $1,009, with most between $238 and $1,244, based on 36 New York City hospitals. That's 84% higher than the national typical of $548.

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost without insurance in New York City?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in New York City run around $283. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,307), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my New York City hospital bill for a Carotid artery ultrasound so high?

New York City hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,307 — roughly 1.3× the $1,009 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 New York City?

Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,009), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

Charged more than $1,009 in New York City?

Upload your bill and Upfronte will check it against real New York City hospital prices and negotiate overcharges. No savings, no fee.

Upload Your Bill