How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Houston?

Hepatitis C antibody test · CPT 86803 · Metro area: Houston

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $76, with most between $61 and $134 ($366 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 77% higher than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $637 (8.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$76
Houston · $61$134
Cash / self-pay
$366
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$637
8.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs

How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Houston?

In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $76, with most between $61 and $134, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 77% higher than the national typical of $43.

How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost without insurance in Houston?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Hepatitis C antibody test in Houston run around $366. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $637), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Houston hospital bill for a Hepatitis C antibody test so high?

Houston hospital "list" charges for a Hepatitis C antibody test run about $637 — roughly 8.4× the $76 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 Houston?

Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $76), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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