How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in North Carolina?
Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $532, with most between $188 and $1,098 ($1,105 cash/self-pay). Based on 50 North Carolina hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $2,211 (4.2× higher).
Source: medians across 50 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $532, with most between $188 and $1,098, based on 50 North Carolina hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $548.
How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in North Carolina run around $1,105. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,211), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for a Carotid artery ultrasound so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $2,211 — roughly 4.2× the $532 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 North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $532), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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