How much does a Lipid cost in Philadelphia?

Lipid (cholesterol) panel · CPT 80061 · Metro area: Philadelphia

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel is about $25, with most between $20 and $29 ($14 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 42% lower than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $398 (15.9× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$25
Philadelphia · $20$29
Cash / self-pay
$14
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$398
15.9× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

How much does a Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel is about $25, with most between $20 and $29, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 42% lower than the national typical of $43.

How much does a Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost without insurance in Philadelphia?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel in Philadelphia run around $14. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $398), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel so high?

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel run about $398 — roughly 15.9× the $25 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $25), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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