How much does Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) cost in Louisiana?
Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) · CPT 92004 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) is about $159, with most between $149 and $184 ($120 cash/self-pay). Based on 19 Louisiana hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $162. Hospital list charges run about $275 (1.7× higher).
Source: medians across 19 Louisiana hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) cost in Louisiana — FAQs
How much does a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) is about $159, with most between $149 and $184, based on 19 Louisiana hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $162.
How much does a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) in Louisiana run around $120. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $275), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) run about $275 — roughly 1.7× the $159 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 Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) in Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $159), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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