How much does a Hemoglobin A1c cost in Pittsburgh?

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

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $104, with most between $57 and $145 ($250 cash/self-pay). Based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals — 247% higher than the national typical of $30. Hospital list charges run about $312 (3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$104
Pittsburgh · $57–$145
Cash / self-pay
$250
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$312
3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 16 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh — FAQs

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

In Pittsburgh, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $104, with most between $57 and $145, based on 16 Pittsburgh hospitals. That's 247% higher than the national typical of $30.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test in Pittsburgh run around $250. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $312), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Pittsburgh hospital "list" charges for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test run about $312 — roughly 3× the $104 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 Pittsburgh?

Yes. If a Pittsburgh hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $104), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pittsburgh hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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