Cost of a Pregnancy Ultrasound Visit
in Minnesota
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Minnesota's integrated health systems like HealthPartners and Allina Health have created one of the most coordinated care networks in the nation. Pregnancy Ultrasound visits in the state typically cost patients between $67.50 and $174.59, with a median out-of-pocket expense of $67.50 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 1,700 active Pregnancy Ultrasound providers across Minnesota's metro and rural areas, patients have extensive options for finding quality obstetric imaging services throughout the state.
Average
$103
Median
$68
Lowest
$68
Highest
$175
Providers
1,728
32% below national average
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $90 | $1,305 | $2,255 | 1,824 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $85 | $504 | $1,970 | 472 |
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| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $117 | $411 | $695 | 368 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $90 | $2,396 | $2,396 | 1,809 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $25 | $26 | $73 | 1,965 |
| Echocardiogram Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler | 93306 | $77 | $238 | $644 | 567 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 76805 — Ultrasound, pregnant uterus, complete). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 76805 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 76805 (Ultrasound, pregnant uterus, complete), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 76805 covers: the provider's professional fee for ob ultrasound. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Why Pregnancy Ultrasound Visit Costs Vary Across Minnesota
Minnesota's healthcare costs run approximately 2% above the national average, reflecting the state's high-quality integrated care systems and strong provider networks. The concentration of major health systems in the Twin Cities contrasts with more limited options in Greater Minnesota's rural counties.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area hosts numerous specialized maternal-fetal medicine practices and imaging centers, creating competitive pricing for routine ultrasounds. Rural Minnesota relies heavily on regional medical centers and traveling specialists, which can increase costs and limit scheduling flexibility. Some northern and southwestern counties have limited local obstetric imaging, requiring travel to larger cities.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Minnesota's dominant health systems like Mayo Health System, Essentia Health, and M Health Fairview operate hospital-based clinics with higher overhead costs than independent practices. Freestanding imaging centers and birth centers often provide more affordable alternatives for routine pregnancy ultrasounds. The state's robust ambulatory surgery center market has created additional competitive pressure on pricing.
Insurance Market Competition in Minnesota
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, UnitedHealthCare, and HealthPartners maintain strong competition in the individual and employer markets, leading to reasonable negotiated rates for prenatal services. The presence of local plans like HealthPartners provides additional leverage in rate negotiations with Minnesota providers. Rural areas may have fewer insurer options, potentially limiting network choices for patients.
Physician Supply and Demand in Minnesota
With over 1,700 active Pregnancy Ultrasound providers, Minnesota maintains adequate specialist availability in most regions, helping keep wait times reasonable and preventing significant price inflation. The Twin Cities area has particularly strong provider density, while some rural counties experience periodic shortages requiring shared-care arrangements. This balanced supply-demand relationship contributes to the state's moderate pricing compared to undersupplied markets.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Pregnancy Ultrasound Costs in Minnesota
What is the average cost of a Pregnancy Ultrasound visit in Minnesota without insurance?
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What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?
Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Pregnancy Ultrasound visit in Minnesota?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 76805)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska Range: $51 – $991 | $457 |
| 2 | Washington Range: $51 – $991 | $378 |
| 3 | Montana Range: $51 – $991 | $370 |
| 4 | Idaho Range: $50 – $591 | $242 |
| 5 | Wisconsin Range: $68 – $502 | $222 |
| 6 | Maine Range: $79 – $272 | $177 |
| 7 | Nebraska Range: $82 – $329 | $176 |
| 8 | Wyoming Range: $51 – $331 | $175 |
| 9 | Iowa Range: $58 – $329 | $174 |
| 10 | Vermont Range: $42 – $341 | $169 |
| 11 | New Hampshire Range: $57 – $317 | $168 |
| 12 | District of Columbia Range: $39 – $342 | $166 |
| 13 | Rhode Island Range: $50 – $328 | $164 |
| 14 | Georgia Range: $50 – $319 | $163 |
| 15 | New York Range: $36 – $328 | $158 |
| 16 | Massachusetts Range: $52 – $328 | $153 |
| 17 | Pennsylvania Range: $43 – $328 | $152 |
| 18 | New Mexico Range: $48 – $292 | $149 |
| 19 | Connecticut Range: $45 – $328 | $148 |
| 20 | Utah Range: $51 – $241 | $145 |
| 21 | Colorado Range: $51 – $275 | $143 |
| 22 | Nevada Range: $76 – $221 | $143 |
| 23 | California Range: $52 – $287 | $143 |
| 24 | Indiana Range: $45 – $280 | $142 |
| 25 | North Carolina Range: $44 – $272 | $141 |
| 26 | Hawaii Range: $54 – $230 | $137 |
| 27 | Delaware Range: $54 – $216 | $136 |
| 28 | Illinois Range: $45 – $257 | $134 |
| 29 | Texas Range: $46 – $237 | $126 |
| 30 | Oregon Range: $68 – $236 | $124 |
| 31 | Kentucky Range: $44 – $229 | $122 |
| 32 | New Jersey Range: $35 – $244 | $121 |
| 33 | Maryland Range: $37 – $231 | $119 |
| 34 | South Carolina Range: $43 – $221 | $118 |
| 35 | Michigan Range: $42 – $216 | $115 |
| 36 | Tennessee Range: $48 – $189 | $114 |
| 37 | Virginia Range: $36 – $215 | $112 |
| 38 | Arkansas Range: $49 – $188 | $111 |
| 39 | West Virginia Range: $50 – $215 | $111 |
| 40 | Ohio Range: $32 – $211 | $110 |
| 41 | Arizona Range: $51 – $178 | $107 |
| 42 | Missouri Range: $46 – $165 | $104 |
| 43 | Minnesota Range: $68 – $175 | $103 |
| 44 | Alabama Range: $39 – $189 | $103 |
| 45 | Kansas Range: $48 – $165 | $103 |
| 46 | Mississippi Range: $38 – $189 | $102 |
| 47 | Oklahoma Range: $42 – $175 | $101 |
| 48 | North Dakota Range: $68 – $157 | $97 |
| 49 | Florida Range: $35 – $192 | $96 |
| 50 | Louisiana Range: $38 – $159 | $88 |
| 51 | South Dakota Range: $68 – $117 | $84 |