How much does an Urinalysis cost in Washington?

Urinalysis (automated) · CPT 81003 · State: Washington

In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated) is about $20, with most between $8 and $42 ($29 cash/self-pay). Based on 45 Washington hospitals — 100% higher than the national typical of $10. Hospital list charges run about $50 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$20
Washington · $8$42
Cash / self-pay
$29
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$50
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 45 Washington 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 Washington — FAQs

How much does an Urinalysis (automated) cost in Washington?

In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated) is about $20, with most between $8 and $42, based on 45 Washington hospitals. That's 100% higher than the national typical of $10.

How much does an Urinalysis (automated) cost without insurance in Washington?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Urinalysis (automated) in Washington run around $29. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $50), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Washington hospital bill for an Urinalysis (automated) so high?

Washington hospital "list" charges for an Urinalysis (automated) run about $50 — roughly 2.5× the $20 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 Washington?

Yes. If a Washington hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $20), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Washington hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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