How much does Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost in North Carolina?
Lipid (cholesterol) panel · CPT 80061 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Lipid (cholesterol) panel is about $36, with most between $18 and $175 ($181 cash/self-pay). Based on 59 North Carolina hospitals — 16% lower than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $361 (10× higher).
Source: medians across 59 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much does a Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel is about $36, with most between $18 and $175, based on 59 North Carolina hospitals. That's 16% lower than the national typical of $43.
How much does a Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel in North Carolina run around $181. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $361), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel run about $361 — roughly 10× the $36 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 North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $36), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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