How much does an Urinalysis cost in Houston?
Urinalysis (automated) · CPT 81003 · Metro area: Houston
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated) is about $12, with most between $12 and $53 ($168 cash/self-pay). Based on 34 Houston hospitals — 20% higher than the national typical of $10. Hospital list charges run about $182 (15.2× higher).
Source: medians across 34 Houston hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Urinalysis (automated) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Urinalysis (automated) cost in Houston — FAQs
How much does an Urinalysis (automated) cost in Houston?
In Houston, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated) is about $12, with most between $12 and $53, based on 34 Houston hospitals. That's 20% higher than the national typical of $10.
How much does an Urinalysis (automated) cost without insurance in Houston?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urinalysis (automated) in Houston run around $168. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $182), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Houston hospital bill for an Urinalysis (automated) so high?
Houston hospital "list" charges for an Urinalysis (automated) run about $182 — roughly 15.2× the $12 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 an Urinalysis (automated) in Houston?
Yes. If a Houston hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $12), 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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