How much does a Complete blood count cost in Houston?
Complete blood count (CBC) · CPT 85025 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Complete blood count (CBC) is about $41, with most between $41 and $102 ($121 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 58% higher than the national typical of $26. Hospital list charges run about $257 (6.3× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does a Complete blood count (CBC) cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Complete blood count (CBC) is about $41, with most between $41 and $102, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 58% higher than the national typical of $26.
How much does a Complete blood count (CBC) cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Complete blood count (CBC) in Houston run around $121. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $257), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for a Complete blood count (CBC) so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for a Complete blood count (CBC) run about $257 — roughly 6.3× the $41 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $41), 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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