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

Hepatitis C antibody test · CPT 86803 · State: Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $38, with most between $28 and $98 ($123 cash/self-pay). Based on 40 Massachusetts hospitals — 12% lower than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $123 (3.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$38
Massachusetts · $28–$98
Cash / self-pay
$123
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$123
3.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 40 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs

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

In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $38, with most between $28 and $98, based on 40 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 12% lower than the national typical of $43.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Hepatitis C antibody test in Massachusetts run around $123. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $123), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for a Hepatitis C antibody test run about $123 — roughly 3.2× the $38 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 Massachusetts?

Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $38), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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