How much does a Complete blood count cost in California?
Complete blood count (CBC) · CPT 85025 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Complete blood count (CBC) is about $28, with most between $14 and $78 ($111 cash/self-pay). Based on 250 California hospitals — 8% higher than the national typical of $26. Hospital list charges run about $213 (7.6× higher).
Source: medians across 250 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Complete blood count (CBC) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Complete blood count (CBC) cost in California — FAQs
How much does a Complete blood count (CBC) cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Complete blood count (CBC) is about $28, with most between $14 and $78, based on 250 California hospitals. That's 8% higher than the national typical of $26.
How much does a Complete blood count (CBC) cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Complete blood count (CBC) in California run around $111. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $213), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Complete blood count (CBC) so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Complete blood count (CBC) run about $213 — roughly 7.6× the $28 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 Complete blood count (CBC) in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $28), 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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