Ultrasound, pelvis

For the ultrasound of the pelvis at University Of Kansas Hospital, the cash price is $282, which is significantly lower than the facility's negotiated rates for most commercial payers. While the hospital's cash price is lower than the average negotiated rate of $220 reported for this procedure in the region, patients with high-deductible plans should consider paying cash directly, as the insurance negotiated rates for many carriers range from $84 to over $2,000. The facility offers a prompt-pay discount for upfront payment, which can further reduce the final amount owed. It is important to request a self-pay classification before scheduling to ensure the cash rate applies and to avoid automatic claims submission that would void the discount.

The facility's pricing is benchmarked against Medicare, which sets a baseline rate of $106.81 for this service. The hospital's cash price of $282 represents a markup of 2.1 times the Medicare rate, which is consistent with the commercial pricing structure where negotiated rates often average 200% to 300% of Medicare. To ensure you are receiving the most accurate billing, always request an itemized bill that lists specific CPT codes rather than accepting a summary invoice, as over 80% of hospital bills contain errors such as unbundled charges or services not rendered. If you receive a balance bill for out-of-network ancillary services, you may be eligible for protections under the No Surprises Act, which prohibits balance billing for emergency care and non-emergency services at in-network facilities.