How much does a Blood glucose test cost in Pittsburgh?
Blood glucose test · CPT 82947 · Metro area: Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood glucose test is about $53, with most between $34 and $70 ($114 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals — 279% higher than the national typical of $14. Hospital list charges run about $142 (2.7× higher).
Source: medians across 16 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs
How much does a Blood glucose test cost in Pittsburgh?
In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Blood glucose test is about $53, with most between $34 and $70, based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 279% higher than the national typical of $14.
How much does a Blood glucose test cost without insurance in Pittsburgh?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Blood glucose test in Pittsburgh run around $114. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $142), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Pittsburgh hospital bill for a Blood glucose test so high?
Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for a Blood glucose test run about $142 — roughly 2.7× the $53 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 Pittsburgh?
Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $53), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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