Carotid Ultrasound
Extracranial bilat study
National Average Cost (2026)
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Understanding the Cost
Medicare rate is the amount Medicare pays providers. If you have Medicare, you typically pay 20% of this amount after your deductible.
Private insurance plans negotiate their own rates, typically 130-200% of Medicare. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance.
Self-pay/cash prices vary widely. Many providers offer cash discounts of 20-40% off their standard charges. Always ask about cash pricing.
Office vs Hospital: the same procedure often costs less in a doctor's office than a hospital, because hospitals charge a separate facility fee.
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More ways to save →Carotid Ultrasound (CPT 93880): Frequently Asked Questions
How much does carotid ultrasound cost?
The 2026 national Medicare rate for carotid ultrasound (CPT 93880) is $189.05 in an office setting and $189.05 in a hospital. Private insurance usually pays $246 to $378, and self-pay cash prices often run $151 to $284. Enter your ZIP code for a locality-adjusted rate.
Why does carotid ultrasound cost more in a hospital than an office?
Medicare pays a separate facility fee to hospitals, so the hospital (facility) rate of $189.05 differs from the office (non-facility) rate of $189.05. Where clinically appropriate, having the procedure in an office or outpatient setting is often cheaper.
What is CPT code 93880?
CPT code 93880 is the standard medical billing code for carotid ultrasound. Providers use it to bill insurers, and Medicare sets a national reimbursement rate for it that is adjusted by geographic locality.
How can I pay less for carotid ultrasound?
Ask the provider for a self-pay or cash price before booking, as many discount 20-40% for upfront payment. If you are uninsured, compare marketplace insurance plans, consider telehealth for the consultation, and check prescription discount cards for any follow-up medication.