How much does a Thyroid cost in California?
Thyroid (TSH) blood test · CPT 84443 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test is about $43, with most between $27 and $87 ($114 cash/self-pay). Based on 249 California hospitals — 10% lower than the national typical of $48. Hospital list charges run about $212 (4.9× higher).
Source: medians across 249 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost in California — FAQs
How much does a Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test is about $43, with most between $27 and $87, based on 249 California hospitals. That's 10% lower than the national typical of $48.
How much does a Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test in California run around $114. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $212), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test run about $212 — roughly 4.9× the $43 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 Thyroid (TSH) blood test in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $43), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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