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

Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) · CPT 76700 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) is about $301, with most between $166 and $681 ($1,062 cash/self-pay). Based on 244 California hospitals — 10% lower than the national typical of $336. Hospital list charges run about $1,866 (6.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$301
California · $166–$681
Cash / self-pay
$1,062
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,866
6.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 244 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) cost in California — FAQs

How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) is about $301, with most between $166 and $681, based on 244 California hospitals. That's 10% lower than the national typical of $336.

How much does an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) cost without insurance in California?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) in California run around $1,062. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,866), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

California hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) run about $1,866 — roughly 6.2× the $301 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 (complete) in California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $301), 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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