How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in North Carolina?
Hepatitis C antibody test · CPT 86803 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $56, with most between $18 and $162 ($168 cash/self-pay). Based on 59 North Carolina hospitals — 30% higher than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $337 (6× higher).
Source: medians across 59 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $56, with most between $18 and $162, based on 59 North Carolina hospitals. That's 30% higher than the national typical of $43.
How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Hepatitis C antibody test in North Carolina run around $168. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $337), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for a Hepatitis C antibody test so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Hepatitis C antibody test run about $337 — roughly 6× the $56 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 North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $56), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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