How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen cost in Iowa?
Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) · CPT 76705 · State: Iowa
In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) is about $378, with most between $247 and $520 ($404 cash/self-pay). Based on 69 Iowa hospitals — 37% higher than the national typical of $275. Hospital list charges run about $639 (1.7× higher).
Source: medians across 69 Iowa 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 Iowa — FAQs
How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost in Iowa?
In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) is about $378, with most between $247 and $520, based on 69 Iowa hospitals. That's 37% higher than the national typical of $275.
How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost without insurance in Iowa?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) in Iowa run around $404. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $639), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Iowa hospital bill for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) so high?
Iowa hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) run about $639 — roughly 1.7× the $378 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 Iowa?
Yes. If a Iowa hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $378), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Iowa hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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