Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow
Price Range Across States
What You Might Pay
Estimated using RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios. Actual prices vary by insurer, plan, and facility.
How we estimate these prices
These estimates are based on the RAND Hospital Price Transparency Study (4th Edition, 2024), which found that commercial insurance prices average 224% of Medicare rates nationally. We apply category-specific ratios: Ultrasound procedures average 2.24x Medicare rates. Cash/self-pay estimates blend typical cash discounts (55% of billed charges) with Medicare-based estimates (150% of allowed amounts). These are statistical estimates, not quotes. Contact your insurer or provider for actual costs.
Prices by State
| State | Medicare Payment | Billed Charge |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $56.89 | $197.15 |
| Washington | $55.08 | $378.35 |
| Florida | $54.56 | $514.18 |
| Texas | $51.56 | $374.82 |
| New Mexico | $50.32 | $215.85 |
| New York | $49.24 | $333.22 |
| Tennessee | $47.84 | $236.50 |
| California | $47.66 | $269.43 |
| North Carolina | $46.61 | $272.91 |
| Michigan | $33.92 | $231.86 |
| Pennsylvania | $31.79 | $256.33 |
| Massachusetts | $23.56 | $190.61 |
| Maryland | $23.54 | $180.06 |
| Minnesota | $21.51 | $102.70 |
| Wisconsin | $21.24 | $270.56 |
| Illinois | $21.15 | $173.41 |
| Indiana | $19.78 | $314.00 |
| Ohio | $19.53 | $148.08 |
What the Data Says About Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow
Across 18 states with reporting providers, CPT code 76827 (Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow) shows a national average Medicare payment of $37.50 against an average billed charge of $260.63. That gap — a 6.9x markup, or 595% above the Medicare allowed amount — reflects chargemaster pricing, not what most insured patients actually pay. Medicare's negotiated rate is the statutory benchmark; commercial insurers typically settle between the two figures based on network contracts.
Ultrasound procedures like this one saw 764 services billed to Medicare in 2023 by 502 distinct providers, serving 645 unique beneficiaries. State-level variation is significant: Ohio reports the lowest average payment at $19.53, while Virginia reports the highest at $56.89. Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs) explain much of that spread — local malpractice premiums, practice expense, and physician work adjustments all shift the allowed amount even when the procedure is identical.
Applying RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios specific to the Ultrasound category (2.24x), the estimated commercial insurance price lands near $106.16, with self-pay cash discounts commonly bringing the figure closer to $107.22. Uninsured patients facing the full billed charge have the strongest leverage to negotiate — the Hospital Price Transparency Rule (effective January 2021) requires providers to publish standard charges, cash rates, and payer-specific negotiated prices. This data is for educational reference; confirm coverage and out-of-pocket exposure with your insurer before any procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow cost?
The national average Medicare payment for Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow (CPT 76827) is $37.50, while providers typically bill $260.63. Prices vary significantly by state, ranging from $19.53 to $56.89.
Why do providers charge more than Medicare pays?
Providers set their own chargemaster rates (billed charges), which are typically much higher than what any insurer pays. Medicare pays a fixed rate based on the procedure code and geographic location. The billed charge is relevant mainly for uninsured patients, who may face prices closer to the submitted charge.
How much does Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow cost with insurance?
With commercial insurance, Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow costs an estimated $106.16 on average (range: $74.31 – $148.62). Without insurance, the estimated cash price is $107.22. These estimates are based on RAND 2024 research on commercial-to-Medicare price ratios. Your actual cost depends on your insurer, plan, and provider.
Which state has the lowest cost for Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow?
Ohio has the lowest average Medicare payment for Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow at $19.53, while Virginia has the highest at $56.89. This $37.35 difference reflects geographic variation in healthcare costs, local cost of living, and provider market dynamics.
How many providers perform Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow?
Nationally, 502 providers billed Medicare for Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow in 2023, performing 764 total services for 645 beneficiaries across 18 states and territories.
What is the billed-to-Medicare markup for Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow?
Providers bill 6.9x what Medicare pays for Ultrasound Scan Of Fetal Heart Blood Flow — a 595% markup. This gap between billed charges and actual payment is common across healthcare. Uninsured patients may face charges closer to the billed amount, while insured patients pay negotiated rates between the Medicare and billed figures.
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Related Data Sources
Data from CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners (2023).
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.