Cost & Pricing
How much does an ultrasound cost without insurance?
At Crown Valley Imaging, a self-pay ultrasound starts at $379.50 — one published price, set before you book. No facility fee, no separate reading bill.
Self-pay price
$379.50
starting, self-pay, per study
Want an exact number? Request a free Good Faith Estimate.
What's included
- The sonographer's scan time on our diagnostic ultrasound systems
- A board-certified, fellowship-trained radiologist's read
- Your report and images sent to your ordering physician
- A copy of your images on request, at no extra charge
What affects the final price
- • Which study is ordered — abdominal, pelvic, soft tissue, or vascular
- • Whether Doppler flow imaging is included in the order
- • Whether more than one area is examined in the same visit
Common questions about ultrasound cost
- Why is an ultrasound cheaper here than at a hospital?
- Freestanding outpatient centers like ours don't add the hospital facility fee charged on top of the scan itself. We publish a single all-in self-pay price instead.
- Do I need a doctor's order for an ultrasound?
- Yes. A diagnostic ultrasound requires a written order from your physician, which tells us exactly which study to perform and what the radiologist should evaluate.
- Do I need to prepare for an ultrasound?
- It depends on the study — some require fasting, others a full bladder, and many need no preparation at all. Find your exam on our ultrasound prep page before your visit.
- Can I get an exact price before my appointment?
- Yes. Request a free Good Faith Estimate and we'll quote your specific study in writing — email billing@cvimaging.net or call (949) 215-3304.