How much does Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost in South Carolina?

Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test · CPT 83036 · State: South Carolina

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $30, with most between $14 and $38 ($96 cash/self-pay). Based on 32 South Carolina hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $30. Hospital list charges run about $147 (4.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$30
South Carolina · $14–$38
Cash / self-pay
$96
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$147
4.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 32 South Carolina 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 South Carolina — FAQs

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

In South Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $30, with most between $14 and $38, based on 32 South Carolina hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $30.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test in South Carolina run around $96. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $147), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

South Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test run about $147 — roughly 4.9× the $30 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 South Carolina?

Yes. If a South Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $30), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real South Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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