How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen cost in California?
Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) · CPT 76705 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) is about $271, with most between $166 and $521 ($829 cash/self-pay). Based on 243 California hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $275. Hospital list charges run about $1,480 (5.5× higher).
Source: medians across 243 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost in California — FAQs
How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) is about $271, with most between $166 and $521, based on 243 California hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $275.
How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) in California run around $829. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,480), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) so high?
California hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) run about $1,480 — roughly 5.5× the $271 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 abdomen (limited) in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $271), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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