How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Tennessee?

Carotid artery ultrasound · CPT 93880 · State: Tennessee

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $373, with most between $300 and $548 ($474 cash/self-pay). Based on 97 Tennessee hospitals — 32% lower than the national typical of $548. Hospital list charges run about $1,539 (4.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$373
Tennessee · $300$548
Cash / self-pay
$474
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,539
4.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 97 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs

How much does a Carotid artery ultrasound cost in Tennessee?

In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Carotid artery ultrasound is about $373, with most between $300 and $548, based on 97 Tennessee hospitals. That's 32% lower than the national typical of $548.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Carotid artery ultrasound in Tennessee run around $474. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,539), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Tennessee hospital "list" charges for a Carotid artery ultrasound run about $1,539 — roughly 4.1× the $373 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 Tennessee?

Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $373), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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