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

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $254, with most between $117 and $452 ($251 cash/self-pay). Based on 91 Minnesota hospitals — 10% lower than the national typical of $282. Hospital list charges run about $626 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$254
Minnesota · $117–$452
Cash / self-pay
$251
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$626
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 91 Minnesota 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 Minnesota — FAQs

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

In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $254, with most between $117 and $452, based on 91 Minnesota hospitals. That's 10% lower than the national typical of $282.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck in Minnesota run around $251. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $626), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Minnesota hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck run about $626 — roughly 2.5× the $254 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 Minnesota?

Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $254), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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