Echocardiogram (heart ultrasound), complete
An ultrasound of your heart to check its structure, valves, and pumping function.
Based on typical US negotiated and cash-pay rates. Hospital charges can run significantly higher — often 2–10x these numbers. If your bill is well above this range, it's worth questioning.
- Multiple echo codes on the same day (93306, 93307, 93308 are variations — you should get one).
- Hospital bill 5–10x higher than an outpatient cardiology clinic cash rate.
Ask for the outpatient cardiology cash rate in your area. Hospital-based echos often have huge facility markups that can be negotiated.
Frequently asked questions
What does CPT code 93306 mean?
An ultrasound of your heart to check its structure, valves, and pumping function. In billing terms it's categorized as "Echocardiogram (heart ultrasound), complete" under Cardiology.
How much should CPT 93306 cost?
Typical negotiated and cash-pay rates run about $200–$1,500. Hospital list prices are often 2–10× higher, but insurers rarely pay those. If your bill is well above the top of this range, ask for an itemized bill and compare.
Is CPT 93306 covered by insurance?
Most commercial plans and Medicare cover echocardiogram (heart ultrasound), complete when it's medically necessary and coded correctly. Denials usually come from missing prior authorization, incorrect modifiers, or the payer disputing medical necessity — all of which can be appealed.
What should I do if CPT 93306 looks wrong on my bill?
Ask for the outpatient cardiology cash rate in your area. Hospital-based echos often have huge facility markups that can be negotiated.
Can I dispute a charge for CPT 93306?
Yes. You have the right to request an itemized bill, dispute the coding with the provider's billing office, and appeal the insurer's decision. Federal rules (including the No Surprises Act for emergency and out-of-network ancillary services) protect you from many surprise charges. BillCheck can generate the appeal or negotiation letter for you.
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