How much does a Hemoglobin A1c cost in Tennessee?
Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test · CPT 83036 · State: Tennessee
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $20, with most between $12 and $32 ($43 cash/self-pay). Based on 98 Tennessee hospitals — 33% lower than the national typical of $30. Hospital list charges run about $138 (6.9× higher).
Source: medians across 98 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs
How much does a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test is about $20, with most between $12 and $32, based on 98 Tennessee hospitals. That's 33% lower than the national typical of $30.
How much does a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test cost without insurance in Tennessee?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test in Tennessee run around $43. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $138), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Tennessee hospital bill for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test so high?
Tennessee hospital "list" charges for a Hemoglobin A1c (diabetes) test run about $138 — roughly 6.9× the $20 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 Tennessee?
Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $20), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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