How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen cost in Louisiana?
Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) · CPT 76705 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) is about $236, with most between $185 and $358 ($379 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Louisiana hospitals — 14% lower than the national typical of $275. Hospital list charges run about $696 (2.9× higher).
Source: medians across 52 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs
How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) is about $236, with most between $185 and $358, based on 52 Louisiana hospitals. That's 14% lower than the national typical of $275.
How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) in Louisiana run around $379. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $696), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (limited) run about $696 — roughly 2.9× the $236 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 Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $236), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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