Ultrasound Cost in Albany, GA (2026): Average Prices & What You'll Pay
What does a ultrasound cost in Albany, GA?
Where you have an ultrasound done in Albany, GA swings the bill from $108 to $118 for identical care. The median cash price across 2 reporting hospitals is $112. The numbers are pulled directly from federally mandated hospital price transparency files. The sections below break this down by coverage and by insurer.
A low-priced facility in Albany, GA, from hospital price files
- Phoebe Worth Medical Center · Sylvester, GA $125
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Where ultrasound costs vary in Albany, GA
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Cheapest Ultrasound Providers in Albany, GA
Based on declared cash/self-pay prices from CMS hospital price transparency files.
| # | Facility | City | Price | vs median ($112) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phoebe Worth Medical Center | Sylvester, GA | $125 | $13 above |
Prices are declared self-pay rates. Contact each facility for a formal quote before scheduling.
Before you book: three questions that change the price
- Is this the self-pay price, and does it include the doctor, anesthesia and any lab or pathology? Those are often billed separately.
- Can you give me the price in writing, with the billing codes it covers?
- What happens to the price if something extra is needed during the procedure?
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Quick take
- Ask for the cash price if your deductible isn't met - the median cash price here is $112, and it's often lower than what insurance pays before your deductible is satisfied.
- Independent imaging centers often charge much less than hospital outpatient departments for the same scan and may not appear in this hospital-only dataset - ask your doctor whether one is an option.
How much does an ultrasound cost with Medicare in Albany, GA?
Medicare's national hospital outpatient payment for ultrasound is about $107 to $107 (typically near $107). After the $257 Part B deductible, you generally pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount, about $21 on a $107 payment, with no out-of-pocket cap unless you have supplemental coverage or a Medicare Advantage plan.
Doctor, anesthesia and pathology fees are billed separately. Medicare rates are national CMS amounts, adjusted slightly by local wage levels.
Piedmont Healthcare and Northside Hospital dominate the Atlanta market, while Wellstar Health System and Navicent Health cover much of metro and middle Georgia. Rural Georgia has a high density of critical access hospitals - roughly 50 - where Medicare reimburses on a cost basis rather than the standard prospective payment system, creating different pricing structures than urban PPS hospitals. Ultrasound pricing varies more by body part and clinical indication than almost any other imaging type - an OB ultrasound, a vascular duplex study, and an abdominal ultrasound carry different CPT codes and reimbursement rates even though the equipment is the same. Independent imaging centers typically charge 40–60% less than hospital outpatient departments for the same study. The sonographer skill matters more than setting for diagnostic quality.
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Why prices vary - and what it means for your coverage
Facility classification matters as much as the hospital itself - a hospital-owned outpatient center adds a facility fee that a freestanding clinic does not. Whether the scan happens in a hospital outpatient department (which adds a separate facility fee) or a freestanding imaging center is usually the single biggest driver of price for this procedure.
None of the prices above are what you'll necessarily owe: your deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and each provider's network status all still apply.
| Your situation | Estimated out-of-pocket |
|---|---|
| Deductible not yet met | ~$112 |
| Deductible met - 20% coinsurance | ~$22 |
| Out-of-network provider | $246+ |
Frequently asked questions: ultrasound costs in Albany, GA
How much does an ultrasound cost in Albany, GA?
The typical price is $112, with most facilities between $108 and $118. Posted cash prices start at $125, with a median of $112; outlier facilities are left out. What you pay depends on the facility, your insurance, and whether you have met your deductible.
Where is the cheapest place to get an ultrasound in Albany, GA?
Based on declared prices, the lowest posted price in our Albany, GA data is Phoebe Worth Medical Center in Sylvester at about $125. Independent imaging centers are often cheaper still and may not appear in hospital price data - ask your doctor whether one is an option.
Why is an ultrasound so much cheaper at some Albany, GA hospitals?
Typical prices vary about 1.2× because each hospital sets its own list price, cash discount, and insurer-negotiated rates. In Albany, GA, the median cash (self-pay) price is $112 versus a median negotiated rate of $112 - about 1× higher. Asking for the cash price as well as your insurer's negotiated rate is often the single biggest lever on what you pay.
How much will I actually pay out of pocket for an ultrasound in Albany, GA?
Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, coinsurance, out-of-pocket maximum, and whether the facility is in-network - not just the sticker price. If you have not met your deductible, you will typically pay the negotiated rate in full until you do. Use the CostKits cost forecaster to estimate your specific out-of-pocket amount before you go.
Before you book
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- Deductible vs out-of-pocket max
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- Understanding your UnitedHealthcare EOB
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What matters before you schedule
Imaging center vs. hospital
Hospital outpatient departments typically charge 2-4x more than independent imaging centers for the same ultrasound - same outcome, very different bill. The ER charges the most of any setting and should only be used when the situation is medically urgent. Call ahead and ask for a self-pay or cash quote at each setting you're considering.
Cost by type
Which type your doctor orders for this ultrasound changes the billing code, and what you pay. For example: A recognized variation that can change the billing code and what you owe.
This is shoppable
Ultrasound is elective and schedulable, so you have time to compare facilities before booking - hospital outpatient prices often run 2-4x higher than alternative settings for the identical clinical outcome.
What to ask before you book
Get the CPT code from your doctor, confirm every provider involved (not just the facility) is in-network, ask for the cash-pay rate if you're uninsured or haven't met your deductible, and request a written estimate for ultrasound before you schedule.
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John Caruso, FSA, MAAA
Healthcare actuary with 20+ years of experience in insurance pricing, medical billing systems, and healthcare cost analytics.
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