The Connecticut Hospice prices. From its own published file.
The Connecticut Hospice in Branford, CT publishes its standard charges as required by federal rule. Here's what it lists for common services, and how to check your bill against it.
456prices published
Mar 2026file last updated
$157cash price for ultrasound, abdomen (list $266)
Common services
| Service | Cash price | Insurers pay |
|---|---|---|
Comprehensive metabolic panel80053 | $12.46 | $6.86–$59.00 |
Basic metabolic panel80048 | $9.98 | $5.50–$59.00 |
Complete blood count (CBC)85025 | $9.17 | $5.05–$59.00 |
Urinalysis81001 | $3.74 | $2.06–$59.00 |
Chest X-ray, 2 views71046 | $45.51 | $22.64–$59.00 |
Ultrasound, abdomen76700 | $157 | $59.00–$132 |
IV fluids, first hour96360 | $46.02 | $19.50–$59.00 |
Cash price: the discounted price for self-pay patients. List price: the hospital's gross charge. Insurers pay: the lowest and highest rates it lists for insurance plans. Source: The Connecticut Hospice price transparency page.
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Common billing problems to look for
- Billed above the posted cash priceIf you're paying yourself, ask the hospital to apply its published cash price.
- Panels billed inside panelsA basic metabolic panel (80048) billed with a comprehensive one (80053) on the same day.
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