How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Austin?
Hepatitis C antibody test · CPT 86803 · Metro area: Austin
In Austin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $103, with most between $42 and $445 ($637 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Austin hospitals — 140% higher than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $637 (6.2× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Austin hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Hepatitis C antibody test cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Austin — FAQs
How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Austin?
In Austin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $103, with most between $42 and $445, based on 12 Austin hospitals. That's 140% higher than the national typical of $43.
How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost without insurance in Austin?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Hepatitis C antibody test in Austin run around $637. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $637), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Austin hospital bill for a Hepatitis C antibody test so high?
Austin hospital "list" charges for a Hepatitis C antibody test run about $637 — roughly 6.2× the $103 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 Hepatitis C antibody test in Austin?
Yes. If a Austin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $103), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Austin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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