How much does a Blood glucose test cost in Houston?
Blood glucose test · CPT 82947 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood glucose test is about $21, with most between $21 and $57 ($85 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 50% higher than the national typical of $14. Hospital list charges run about $170 (8.1× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does a Blood glucose test cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood glucose test is about $21, with most between $21 and $57, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 50% higher than the national typical of $14.
How much does a Blood glucose test cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Blood glucose test in Houston run around $85. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $170), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for a Blood glucose test so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for a Blood glucose test run about $170 — roughly 8.1× the $21 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $21), 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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