How much does a Comprehensive eye exam cost in Philadelphia?
Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) · CPT 92004 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) is about $117, with most between $112 and $129 ($178 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Philadelphia hospitals — 28% lower than the national typical of $162. Hospital list charges run about $350 (3× higher).
Source: medians across 5 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) is about $117, with most between $112 and $129, based on 5 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 28% lower than the national typical of $162.
How much does a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) in Philadelphia run around $178. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $350), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Comprehensive eye exam (new patient) run about $350 — roughly 3× the $117 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $117), 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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