How much does an Ultrasound of the kidneys cost in Rhode Island?

Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum · CPT 76770 · State: Rhode Island

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $203, with most between $186 and $219 ($283 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 33% lower than the national typical of $305. Hospital list charges run about $455 (2.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$203
Rhode Island · $186$219
Cash / self-pay
$283
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$455
2.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs

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

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $203, with most between $186 and $219, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 33% lower than the national typical of $305.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum in Rhode Island run around $283. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $455), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum run about $455 — roughly 2.2× the $203 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 Rhode Island?

Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $203), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

Charged more than $203 in Rhode Island?

Upload your bill and Upfronte will check it against real Rhode Island hospital prices and negotiate overcharges. No savings, no fee.

Upload Your Bill