How much does a Thyroid cost in Iowa?
Thyroid (TSH) blood test · CPT 84443 · State: Iowa
In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test is about $74, with most between $59 and $100 ($96 cash/self-pay). Based on 67 Iowa hospitals — 54% higher than the national typical of $48. Hospital list charges run about $133 (1.8× higher).
Source: medians across 67 Iowa 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 Iowa — FAQs
How much does a Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost in Iowa?
In Iowa, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test is about $74, with most between $59 and $100, based on 67 Iowa hospitals. That's 54% higher than the national typical of $48.
How much does a Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost without insurance in Iowa?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test in Iowa run around $96. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $133), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Iowa hospital bill for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test so high?
Iowa hospital "list" charges for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test run about $133 — roughly 1.8× the $74 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 Iowa?
Yes. If a Iowa hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $74), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Iowa hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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