How much does an Ultrasound of the kidneys cost in Alabama?

Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum · CPT 76770 · State: Alabama

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $174, with most between $135 and $300 ($396 cash/self-pay). Based on 52 Alabama hospitals — 43% lower than the national typical of $305. Hospital list charges run about $712 (4.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$174
Alabama · $135$300
Cash / self-pay
$396
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$712
4.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 52 Alabama hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum cost in Alabama — FAQs

How much does an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum cost in Alabama?

In Alabama, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $174, with most between $135 and $300, based on 52 Alabama hospitals. That's 43% lower than the national typical of $305.

How much does an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum cost without insurance in Alabama?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum in Alabama run around $396. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $712), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Alabama hospital bill for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum so high?

Alabama hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum run about $712 — roughly 4.1× the $174 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 kidneys/retroperitoneum in Alabama?

Yes. If a Alabama hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $174), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Alabama hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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