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

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $253, with most between $204 and $371 ($428 cash/self-pay). Based on 51 Louisiana hospitals — 17% lower than the national typical of $305. Hospital list charges run about $735 (2.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$253
Louisiana · $204$371
Cash / self-pay
$428
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$735
2.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 51 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs

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

In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $253, with most between $204 and $371, based on 51 Louisiana hospitals. That's 17% lower than the national typical of $305.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum in Louisiana run around $428. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $735), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Louisiana hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum run about $735 — roughly 2.9× the $253 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 Louisiana?

Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $253), 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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