How much does a PSA cost in Philadelphia?
PSA (prostate) blood test · CPT 84153 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PSA (prostate) blood test is about $34, with most between $31 and $41 ($20 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 31% lower than the national typical of $49. Hospital list charges run about $598 (17.6× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national PSA (prostate) blood test cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
PSA (prostate) blood test cost in Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does a PSA (prostate) blood test cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a PSA (prostate) blood test is about $34, with most between $31 and $41, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 31% lower than the national typical of $49.
How much does a PSA (prostate) blood test cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a PSA (prostate) blood test in Philadelphia run around $20. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $598), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a PSA (prostate) blood test so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a PSA (prostate) blood test run about $598 — roughly 17.6× the $34 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 PSA (prostate) blood test in Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $34), 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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