How much does Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Pennsylvania?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Carotid artery ultrasound is about $531, with most between $395 and $801 ($924 cash/self-pay). Based on 135 Pennsylvania hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,506 (2.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$531
Pennsylvania · $395–$801
Cash / self-pay
$924
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,506
2.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 135 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $531, with most between $395 and $801, based on 135 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Pennsylvania run around $924. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,506), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,506 — roughly 2.8× the $531 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 Pennsylvania?

Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $531), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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