How much does Pelvic ultrasound cost in California?

Pelvic ultrasound · CPT 76856 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Pelvic ultrasound is about $288, with most between $166 and $560 ($941 cash/self-pay). Based on 244 California hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $300. Hospital list charges run about $1,596 (5.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$288
California · $166–$560
Cash / self-pay
$941
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,596
5.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 244 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Pelvic ultrasound cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Pelvic ultrasound cost in California — FAQs

How much does a Pelvic ultrasound cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Pelvic ultrasound is about $288, with most between $166 and $560, based on 244 California hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $300.

How much does a Pelvic ultrasound cost without insurance in California?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Pelvic ultrasound in California run around $941. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,596), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my California hospital bill for a Pelvic ultrasound so high?

California hospital "list" charges for a Pelvic ultrasound run about $1,596 — roughly 5.5× the $288 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 Pelvic ultrasound in California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $288), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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