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

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $250, with most between $174 and $565 ($846 cash/self-pay). Based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals — 18% lower than the national typical of $305. Hospital list charges run about $846 (3.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$250
Massachusetts · $174$565
Cash / self-pay
$846
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$846
3.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 41 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $250, with most between $174 and $565, based on 41 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 18% lower than the national typical of $305.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum in Massachusetts run around $846. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $846), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum run about $846 — roughly 3.4× the $250 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $250), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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