How much does an Ultrasound of the thyroid cost in Pittsburgh?
Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck · CPT 76536 · Metro area: Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $506, with most between $448 and $683 ($1,189 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals — 79% higher than the national typical of $282. Hospital list charges run about $1,486 (2.9× higher).
Source: medians across 16 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs
How much does an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck cost in Pittsburgh?
In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck is about $506, with most between $448 and $683, based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 79% higher than the national typical of $282.
How much does an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck cost without insurance in Pittsburgh?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck in Pittsburgh run around $1,189. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,486), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Pittsburgh hospital bill for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck so high?
Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the thyroid/neck run about $1,486 — roughly 2.9× the $506 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 Pittsburgh?
Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $506), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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