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

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $247, with most between $198 and $484 ($595 cash/self-pay). Based on 140 Pennsylvania hospitals — 19% lower than the national typical of $305. Hospital list charges run about $1,042 (4.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$247
Pennsylvania · $198$484
Cash / self-pay
$595
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,042
4.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 140 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs

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

In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $247, with most between $198 and $484, based on 140 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's 19% lower than the national typical of $305.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum in Pennsylvania run around $595. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,042), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum run about $1,042 — roughly 4.2× the $247 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 Pennsylvania?

Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $247), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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