How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen cost in Houston?

Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) · CPT 76705 · Metro area: Houston

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) is about $413, with most between $203 and $702 ($1,742 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 50% higher than the national typical of $275. Hospital list charges run about $2,633 (6.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$413
Houston · $203$702
Cash / self-pay
$1,742
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$2,633
6.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs

How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost in Houston?

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) is about $413, with most between $203 and $702, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 50% higher than the national typical of $275.

How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost without insurance in Houston?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) in Houston run around $1,742. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,633), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Houston hospital bill for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) so high?

Houston hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) run about $2,633 — roughly 6.4× the $413 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 Houston?

Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $413), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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