How much does a Hemoglobin A1c cost in Illinois?
Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test · CPT 83036 · State: Illinois
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $32, with most between $16 and $75 ($68 cash/self-pay). Based on 113 Illinois hospitals — 7% higher than the national typical of $30. Hospital list charges run about $120 (3.8× higher).
Source: medians across 113 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs
How much does a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost in Illinois?
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $32, with most between $16 and $75, based on 113 Illinois hospitals. That's 7% higher than the national typical of $30.
How much does a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost without insurance in Illinois?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test in Illinois run around $68. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $120), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Illinois hospital bill for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test so high?
Illinois hospital "list" charges for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test run about $120 — roughly 3.8× the $32 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 Illinois?
Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $32), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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