Ultrasound Cost Comparison
Ultrasound costs $75-$200 at an independent imaging center versus $300-$600 at a hospital or outpatient facility.
Ultrasound uses sound waves to produce images of structures inside the body without radiation.
Hospital/Outpatient Facility
$300-$600
Based on national averages
Independent Imaging Center
$75-$200
FTC Pricing Disclaimer: Prices shown are estimated market ranges based on FAIR Health, RadNet published rates. Actual prices vary by location, provider, and whether contrast is used. Always verify pricing with the facility before scheduling.
Real prices from our database
Not an estimate. These figures come from actual hospital-disclosed cash prices and insurer-negotiated rates for CPT 76700 (Ultrasound, abdomen complete) in FairVisitHealth's price-transparency corpus.
Median posted cash price
$501
Most fall between $117 and $810 (25th to 75th percentile)
Median of 607 hospital-posted cash prices. Each posted price counts once, so hospitals that post more prices carry more weight.
Your negotiation target
$74
Median rate insurers actually pay for the same code
Across 74,496 insurer-negotiated rates. Ask providers to match it.
Source: FairVisitHealth analysis of 607 hospital-disclosed cash prices and 74,496 insurer-negotiated rates for CPT 76700, from CMS hospital price-transparency machine-readable files and insurer Transparency-in-Coverage files. Data as of October 2026.
Common Uses
- Pregnancy Monitoring
- Abdominal Organs
- Heart Imaging
- Thyroid Evaluation
Preparation
Full bladder may be required for pelvic ultrasounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an ultrasound cost without insurance?
Ultrasounds cost $75-$600 without insurance. Abdominal and pelvic ultrasounds are typically $150-$400 at hospitals, while independent facilities may charge $75-$200.
How much is an abdominal ultrasound?
An abdominal ultrasound costs $150-$400 at most hospital facilities. Cash-pay patients may find rates as low as $75-$150 at independent imaging centers.
Is ultrasound cheaper than MRI?
Yes, ultrasound is significantly cheaper than MRI. Ultrasounds typically cost $75-$600, while MRIs cost $300-$3,500. Ultrasound is often the first imaging choice for many conditions.
Can I get a pregnancy ultrasound without insurance?
Yes! Many OB-GYN offices and imaging centers offer cash-pay pregnancy ultrasounds for $150-$300. Some areas have free ultrasound clinics for prenatal care.