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

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $229, with most between $171 and $544 ($685 cash/self-pay). Based on 42 Massachusetts hospitals — 19% lower than the national typical of $282. Hospital list charges run about $737 (3.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$229
Massachusetts · $171$544
Cash / self-pay
$685
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$737
3.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 42 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $229, with most between $171 and $544, based on 42 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 19% lower than the national typical of $282.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck in Massachusetts run around $685. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $737), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck run about $737 — roughly 3.2× the $229 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $229), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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