How much does Blood draw (venipuncture) cost in Houston?

Blood draw (venipuncture) · CPT 36415 · Metro area: Houston

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Blood draw (venipuncture) is about $170, with most between $37 and $293 ($28 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 963% higher than the national typical of $16.

Insurer-negotiated
$170
Houston · $37–$293
Cash / self-pay
$28
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$56
gross charge

Source: medians across 34 Houston hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Blood draw (venipuncture) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Blood draw (venipuncture) cost in Houston — FAQs

How much does a Blood draw (venipuncture) cost in Houston?

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood draw (venipuncture) is about $170, with most between $37 and $293, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 963% higher than the national typical of $16.

How much does a Blood draw (venipuncture) cost without insurance in Houston?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Blood draw (venipuncture) in Houston run around $28. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $56), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Can I negotiate the cost of a Blood draw (venipuncture) in Houston?

Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $170), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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