How much does a Lipid cost in Tennessee?
Lipid (cholesterol) panel · CPT 80061 · State: Tennessee
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel is about $28, with most between $16 and $52 ($61 cash/self-pay). Based on 98 Tennessee hospitals — 35% lower than the national typical of $43. Hospital list charges run about $162 (5.8× higher).
Source: medians across 98 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs
How much does a Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel is about $28, with most between $16 and $52, based on 98 Tennessee hospitals. That's 35% lower than the national typical of $43.
How much does a Lipid (cholesterol) panel cost without insurance in Tennessee?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel in Tennessee run around $61. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $162), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Tennessee hospital bill for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel so high?
Tennessee hospital "list" charges for a Lipid (cholesterol) panel run about $162 — roughly 5.8× 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 Tennessee?
Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $28), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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