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

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

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $522, with most between $317 and $800 ($651 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Kentucky hospitals — 71% higher than the national typical of $305. Hospital list charges run about $1,101 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$522
Kentucky · $317$800
Cash / self-pay
$651
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,101
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 51 Kentucky 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 Kentucky — FAQs

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

In Kentucky, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $522, with most between $317 and $800, based on 51 Kentucky hospitals. That's 71% higher than the national typical of $305.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum in Kentucky run around $651. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,101), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Kentucky hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum run about $1,101 — roughly 2.1× the $522 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 Kentucky?

Yes. If a Kentucky hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $522), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kentucky hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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