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

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

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $26, with most between $23 and $30 ($15 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 40% lower than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $372 (14.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$26
Philadelphia · $23–$30
Cash / self-pay
$15
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$372
14.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

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

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $26, with most between $23 and $30, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 40% lower than the national typical of $43.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Hepatitis C antibody test in Philadelphia run around $15. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $372), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Hepatitis C antibody test run about $372 — roughly 14.3× the $26 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $26), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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