How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in South Dakota?
Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: South Dakota
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $876, with most between $739 and $1,232 ($1,155 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 South Dakota hospitals — 60% higher than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,385 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 18 South Dakota 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 South Dakota — FAQs
How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $876, with most between $739 and $1,232, based on 18 South Dakota hospitals. That's 60% higher than the national typical of $548.
How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost without insurance in South Dakota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in South Dakota run around $1,155. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,385), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my South Dakota hospital bill for a Carotid artery ultrasound so high?
South Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,385 — roughly 1.6× the $876 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 South Dakota?
Yes. If a South Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $876), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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