How much does a Blood glucose test cost in California?

Blood glucose test · CPT 82947 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood glucose test is about $18, with most between $6 and $46 ($54 cash/self-pay). Based on 244 California hospitals — 29% higher than the national typical of $14. Hospital list charges run about $102 (5.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$18
California · $6$46
Cash / self-pay
$54
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$102
5.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 244 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Blood glucose test cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Blood glucose test cost in California — FAQs

How much does a Blood glucose test cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood glucose test is about $18, with most between $6 and $46, based on 244 California hospitals. That's 29% higher than the national typical of $14.

How much does a Blood glucose test cost without insurance in California?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Blood glucose test in California run around $54. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $102), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my California hospital bill for a Blood glucose test so high?

California hospital "list" charges for a Blood glucose test run about $102 — roughly 5.7× the $18 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of a Blood glucose test in California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $18), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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