How much does a Thyroid cost in Louisiana?
Thyroid (TSH) blood test · CPT 84443 · State: Louisiana
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test is about $51, with most between $31 and $72 ($75 cash/self-pay). Based on 54 Louisiana hospitals — 6% higher than the national typical of $48. Hospital list charges run about $135 (2.6× higher).
Source: medians across 54 Louisiana 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 Louisiana — FAQs
How much does a Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test is about $51, with most between $31 and $72, based on 54 Louisiana hospitals. That's 6% higher than the national typical of $48.
How much does a Thyroid (TSH) blood test cost without insurance in Louisiana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test in Louisiana run around $75. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $135), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Louisiana hospital bill for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test so high?
Louisiana hospital "list" charges for a Thyroid (TSH) blood test run about $135 — roughly 2.6× the $51 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 Louisiana?
Yes. If a Louisiana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $51), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Louisiana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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