How much does an Ultrasound of the thyroid cost in Houston?

Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck · CPT 76536 · Metro area: Houston

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $514, with most between $267 and $690 ($1,504 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 82% higher than the national typical of $282. Hospital list charges run about $2,932 (5.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$514
Houston · $267–$690
Cash / self-pay
$1,504
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,932
5.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Houston hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck cost in Houston — FAQs

How much does an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck cost in Houston?

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $514, with most between $267 and $690, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 82% higher than the national typical of $282.

How much does an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck cost without insurance in Houston?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck in Houston run around $1,504. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,932), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Houston hospital bill for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck so high?

Houston hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck run about $2,932 — roughly 5.7× the $514 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 an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck in Houston?

Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $514), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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