How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Rhode Island?

Hepatitis C antibody test · CPT 86803 · State: Rhode Island

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $38, with most between $38 and $44 ($114 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 12% lower than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $146 (3.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$38
Rhode Island · $38–$44
Cash / self-pay
$114
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$146
3.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs

How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $38, with most between $38 and $44, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 12% lower than the national typical of $43.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Hepatitis C antibody test in Rhode Island run around $114. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $146), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for a Hepatitis C antibody test run about $146 — roughly 3.8× 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 Rhode Island?

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

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