How much does a Basic metabolic panel cost in New York City?

Basic metabolic panel (blood test) · CPT 80048 · Metro area: New York City

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Basic metabolic panel (blood test) is about $81, with most between $69 and $89 ($54 cash/self-pay). Based on 35 New York City hospitals — 125% higher than the national typical of $36.

Insurer-negotiated
$81
New York City · $69$89
Cash / self-pay
$54
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$27
gross charge

Source: medians across 35 New York City hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Basic metabolic panel (blood test) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Basic metabolic panel (blood test) cost in New York City — FAQs

How much does a Basic metabolic panel (blood test) cost in New York City?

In New York City, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Basic metabolic panel (blood test) is about $81, with most between $69 and $89, based on 35 New York City hospitals. That's 125% higher than the national typical of $36.

How much does a Basic metabolic panel (blood test) cost without insurance in New York City?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Basic metabolic panel (blood test) in New York City run around $54. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $27), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Can I negotiate the cost of a Basic metabolic panel (blood test) in New York City?

Yes. If a New York City hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $81), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York City hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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