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).

Insurer-negotiated
$49
Texas · $24$94
Cash / self-pay
$173
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$260
5.3× the negotiated rate

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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