How much does a Lipid cost in Arkansas?
Lipid (cholesterol) panel · CPT 80061 · State: Arkansas
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel is about $28, with most between $20 and $34 ($99 cash/self-pay). Based on 61 Arkansas hospitals — 35% lower than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $177 (6.3× higher).
Source: medians across 61 Arkansas hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost in Arkansas — FAQs
How much does a Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel is about $28, with most between $20 and $34, based on 61 Arkansas hospitals. That's 35% lower than the national typical of $43.
How much does a Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost without insurance in Arkansas?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel in Arkansas run around $99. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $177), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel so high?
Arkansas hospital "list" charges for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel run about $177 — roughly 6.3× the $28 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 Lipid (cholesterol) panel in Arkansas?
Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $28), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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