How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Texas?
Hepatitis C antibody test · CPT 86803 · State: Texas
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $49, with most between $24 and $94 ($173 cash/self-pay). Based on 391 Texas hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $260 (5.3× higher).
Source: medians across 391 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs
How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost in Texas?
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Hepatitis C antibody test is about $49, with most between $24 and $94, based on 391 Texas hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $43.
How much does a Hepatitis C antibody test cost without insurance in Texas?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Hepatitis C antibody test in Texas run around $173. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $260), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Texas hospital bill for a Hepatitis C antibody test so high?
Texas hospital "list" charges for a Hepatitis C antibody test run about $260 — roughly 5.3× the $49 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 Texas?
Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $49), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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