How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Philadelphia?
Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $552, with most between $515 and $635 ($254 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $2,437 (4.4× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $552, with most between $515 and $635, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $548.
How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Philadelphia run around $254. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,437), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a Carotid artery ultrasound so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $2,437 — roughly 4.4× the $552 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $552), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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