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

Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum · CPT 76770 · Metro area: Charlotte

In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $307, with most between $96 and $519 ($533 cash/self-pay). Based on 15 Charlotte hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $305. Hospital list charges run about $1,067 (3.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$307
Charlotte · $96$519
Cash / self-pay
$533
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,067
3.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 15 Charlotte 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 Charlotte — FAQs

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

In Charlotte, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $307, with most between $96 and $519, based on 15 Charlotte hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $305.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum in Charlotte run around $533. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,067), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Charlotte hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum run about $1,067 — roughly 3.5× the $307 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 Charlotte?

Yes. If a Charlotte hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $307), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Charlotte hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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