BCBS Tennessee Ultrasound Rates in Memphis
Published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rates for Ultrasound at 10 hospitals in Memphis, TN. Data from CMS-mandated hospital transparency files.
Lowest Rate
$43.30
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis
all plan types
Highest Rate
$102.25
Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women
all plan types
Rate Spread
2x
across all plan types
Hospitals
10
with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee data
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee ultrasound rates across 10 Memphis hospitals span a 2x range, from $43.30 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis to $102.25 at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women. The median negotiated rate is $143.23. The lowest figures are often tied to TennCare (Medicaid) plans rather than commercial coverage.
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Ultrasound Rates by Hospital
| Hospital | Lowest BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Rate |
|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis | $43.30 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton | $65.70 |
| Regional One Health | $74.90 |
| Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital | $76.69 |
| Methodist North Hospital | $76.69 |
| Methodist South Hospital | $76.69 |
| Methodist University Hospital | $76.69 |
| Le Bonheur Children's Hospital | $97.38 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville | $102.25 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women | $102.25 |
Median of all 147 published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee rates for Ultrasound at these hospitals: $143.23
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.
Reading BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Ultrasound Rates in Memphis
Where Memphis ultrasound rates start and end for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. The lowest published rates are $43.30 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, $65.70 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton and $74.90 at Regional One Health. At the other end, the highest lowest-rates are $102.25 at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women and Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville, and $97.38 at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital.
How wide the Memphis ultrasound spread runs. The page shows a 2x spread across the 10 hospitals, and the median of all 147 published rates is $143.23. Several of the lowest rates are tied to TennCare and TennCare BlueCare plans, so the low end likely reflects those Medicaid-type plans rather than commercial plans. The highest rates shown here are linked to Medicare, so plan type matters when reading any single figure.
What BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee members can ask about a Memphis ultrasound. Questions to bring:
- Ask BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee for your own plan's negotiated rate and estimated cost share at a named hospital.
- Ask whether that hospital is in network for your plan.
- Ask the hospital for an estimate.
These are facility rates, and professional fees are billed separately.
Written from the rates in the table above. General information, not medical or insurance advice.
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 Memphis?
The lowest BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rate for Ultrasound in Memphis is $43.30 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, across all plan types including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage. The highest is $102.25 at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, a 2x 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 Memphis hospitals have published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee rates?
10 hospitals in the Memphis 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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