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

Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck · CPT 76536 · State: Louisiana

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $231, with most between $196 and $365 ($343 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Louisiana hospitals — 18% lower than the national typical of $282. Hospital list charges run about $730 (3.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$231
Louisiana · $196–$365
Cash / self-pay
$343
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$730
3.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 51 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $231, with most between $196 and $365, based on 51 Louisiana hospitals. That's 18% lower than the national typical of $282.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck in Louisiana run around $343. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $730), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Louisiana hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck run about $730 — roughly 3.2× the $231 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 Louisiana?

Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $231), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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