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

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) is about $304, with most between $206 and $533 ($542 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Louisiana hospitals — 10% lower than the national typical of $336. Hospital list charges run about $1,018 (3.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$304
Louisiana · $206$533
Cash / self-pay
$542
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,018
3.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 52 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) is about $304, with most between $206 and $533, based on 52 Louisiana hospitals. That's 10% lower than the national typical of $336.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) in Louisiana run around $542. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,018), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Louisiana hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the abdomen (complete) run about $1,018 — roughly 3.3× the $304 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 Louisiana?

Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $304), 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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