How much does a Thyroid cost in Houston?
Thyroid (TSH) blood test · CPT 84443 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test is about $90, with most between $89 and $152 ($237 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 88% higher than the national typical of $48. Hospital list charges run about $455 (5.1× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Houston 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 Houston — FAQs
How much does a Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test is about $90, with most between $89 and $152, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 88% higher than the national typical of $48.
How much does a Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test in Houston run around $237. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $455), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test run about $455 — roughly 5.1× the $90 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 Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $90), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Houston hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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