How much does a Hemoglobin A1c cost in California?

Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test · CPT 83036 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $25, with most between $14 and $68 ($75 cash/self-pay). Based on 248 California hospitals — 17% lower than the national typical of $30. Hospital list charges run about $130 (5.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$25
California · $14–$68
Cash / self-pay
$75
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$130
5.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 248 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost in California — FAQs

How much does a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $25, with most between $14 and $68, based on 248 California hospitals. That's 17% lower than the national typical of $30.

How much does a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost without insurance in California?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test in California run around $75. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $130), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my California hospital bill for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test so high?

California hospital "list" charges for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test run about $130 — roughly 5.2× the $25 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 Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test in California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $25), 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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