BCBS Tennessee Ultrasound Rates in Chattanooga
Published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rates for Ultrasound at 4 hospitals in Chattanooga, TN. Data from CMS-mandated hospital transparency files.
Lowest Rate
$39.84
Parkridge East Hospital
all plan types
Highest Rate
$202.53
CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson
all plan types
Rate Spread
5x
across all plan types
Hospitals
4
with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee data
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Ultrasound Rates by Hospital
| Hospital | Lowest BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Rate |
|---|---|
| Parkridge East Hospital | $39.84 |
| Parkridge Medical Center | $54.13 |
| CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga | $64.44 |
| CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson | $64.44 |
Median of all 84 published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee rates for Ultrasound at these hospitals: $77.57
Rates shown are BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee's published negotiated rates from each hospital's CMS transparency file. "Lowest rate" is the lowest rate across all BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee plan types (including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage) at that hospital. Commercial plan rates are typically higher. Your actual cost depends on your specific plan's deductible, copay, and coinsurance.
Understanding BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Negotiated Rates
A negotiated rate is the price BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee has agreed to pay a hospital for a specific service. This is not necessarily what you pay out of pocket. If you have met your annual deductible, you typically pay a copay or coinsurance percentage of the negotiated rate. If you have not met your deductible, you may owe the full negotiated rate.
The same insurer often negotiates different rates at different hospitals, and different plan types (HMO, PPO, high-deductible) within the same insurer can have different rates at the same hospital. The table above shows the range across all BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee plan types at each facility.
Prices shown are facility fees only. You will also receive separate bills from the physician performing the procedure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the lowest-cost BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Ultrasound in Chattanooga?
The lowest BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rate for Ultrasound in Chattanooga is $39.84 at Parkridge East Hospital, across all plan types including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage. The highest is $202.53 at CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson, a 5x difference. Commercial plan rates typically fall between these extremes.
Is the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rate what I'll pay?
Not necessarily. The negotiated rate is what BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee has agreed to pay the hospital. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance. If you have not met your annual deductible, you may owe the full negotiated rate. Contact BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee for a pre-service cost estimate specific to your plan.
How many Chattanooga hospitals have published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee rates?
4 hospitals in the Chattanooga area have published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rates for Ultrasound in their CMS transparency files. Having a published rate does not necessarily confirm current network participation. Verify your network status with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee directly.
Are prenatal ultrasounds covered differently by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee?
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee plans often apply different cost-sharing rules for prenatal ultrasounds compared to diagnostic ultrasounds. Some may be covered under maternity benefits with different deductible and copay structures. Check your BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee plan documents for specifics on ultrasound coverage.
We are not affiliated with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee or any hospital listed on this page. Negotiated rates are sourced from hospital-published CMS transparency files and represent the amounts agreed between the insurer and hospital. Your actual out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance. Contact BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee or the hospital billing department for a cost estimate specific to your plan. All insurer and hospital names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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