How much does a Hemoglobin A1c cost in Houston?
Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test · CPT 83036 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $52, with most between $51 and $76 ($216 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 73% higher than the national typical of $30. Hospital list charges run about $367 (7.1× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $52, with most between $51 and $76, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 73% higher than the national typical of $30.
How much does a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test in Houston run around $216. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $367), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test run about $367 — roughly 7.1× the $52 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $52), 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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