How much does Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum cost in South Carolina?

Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum · CPT 76770 · State: South Carolina

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $227, with most between $135 and $315 ($723 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 South Carolina hospitals — 26% lower than the national typical of $305. Hospital list charges run about $1,074 (4.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$227
South Carolina · $135–$315
Cash / self-pay
$723
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$1,074
4.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 32 South Carolina 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 South Carolina — FAQs

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum is about $227, with most between $135 and $315, based on 32 South Carolina hospitals. That's 26% lower than the national typical of $305.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum in South Carolina run around $723. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,074), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

South Carolina hospital "list" charges for an Ultrasound of the kidneys/retroperitoneum run about $1,074 — roughly 4.7× the $227 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 South Carolina?

Yes. If a South Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $227), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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