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

Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) · CPT 76700 · Metro area: Houston

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) is about $492, with most between $256 and $984 ($2,341 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 46% higher than the national typical of $336. Hospital list charges run about $4,485 (9.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$492
Houston · $256–$984
Cash / self-pay
$2,341
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,485
9.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs

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

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) is about $492, with most between $256 and $984, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 46% higher than the national typical of $336.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) in Houston run around $2,341. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,485), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Houston hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) run about $4,485 — roughly 9.1× the $492 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 Houston?

Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $492), 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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