How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Pittsburgh?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · Metro area: Pittsburgh

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $1,257, with most between $602 and $1,293 ($2,672 cash/self-pay). Based on 14 Pittsburgh hospitals — 129% higher than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $3,340 (2.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$1,257
Pittsburgh · $602–$1,293
Cash / self-pay
$2,672
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,340
2.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 14 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Pittsburgh?

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $1,257, with most between $602 and $1,293, based on 14 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 129% higher than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Pittsburgh run around $2,672. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,340), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $3,340 — roughly 2.7× the $1,257 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 Pittsburgh?

Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,257), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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