How much does a Blood glucose test cost in Philadelphia?

Blood glucose test · CPT 82947 · Metro area: Philadelphia

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood glucose test is about $6, with most between $6 and $7 ($4 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 57% lower than the national typical of $14. Hospital list charges run about $236 (39.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$6
Philadelphia · $6$7
Cash / self-pay
$4
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$236
39.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

How much does a Blood glucose test cost in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood glucose test is about $6, with most between $6 and $7, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 57% lower than the national typical of $14.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Blood glucose test in Philadelphia run around $4. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $236), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Blood glucose test run about $236 — roughly 39.3× the $6 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $6), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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