How much does a Complete blood count cost in Philadelphia?

Complete blood count (CBC) · CPT 85025 · Metro area: Philadelphia

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Complete blood count (CBC) is about $13, with most between $11 and $16 ($8 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 50% lower than the national typical of $26. Hospital list charges run about $298 (22.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$13
Philadelphia · $11–$16
Cash / self-pay
$8
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$298
22.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

How much does a Complete blood count (CBC) cost in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Complete blood count (CBC) is about $13, with most between $11 and $16, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 50% lower than the national typical of $26.

How much does a Complete blood count (CBC) cost without insurance in Philadelphia?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Complete blood count (CBC) in Philadelphia run around $8. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $298), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a Complete blood count (CBC) so high?

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Complete blood count (CBC) run about $298 — roughly 22.9× the $13 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $13), 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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