How much does a Hemoglobin A1c cost in Philadelphia?

Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test · CPT 83036 · Metro area: Philadelphia

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $17, with most between $15 and $21 ($10 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 43% lower than the national typical of $30. Hospital list charges run about $170 (10× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$17
Philadelphia · $15–$21
Cash / self-pay
$10
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$170
10× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

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

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $17, with most between $15 and $21, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 43% lower than the national typical of $30.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test in Philadelphia run around $10. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $170), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test run about $170 — roughly 10× the $17 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $17), 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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