How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Rhode Island?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Rhode Island

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $402, with most between $362 and $440 ($898 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 27% lower than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,127 (2.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$402
Rhode Island · $362–$440
Cash / self-pay
$898
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,127
2.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $402, with most between $362 and $440, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 27% lower than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Rhode Island run around $898. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,127), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,127 — roughly 2.8× the $402 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 Rhode Island?

Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $402), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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