How much does an Urinalysis cost in New York?
Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) · CPT 81001 · State: New York
In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) is about $21, with most between $5 and $44 ($17 cash/self-pay). Based on 138 New York hospitals — 31% higher than the national typical of $16. Hospital list charges run about $40 (1.9× higher).
Source: medians across 138 New York hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) cost in New York — FAQs
How much does an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) cost in New York?
In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) is about $21, with most between $5 and $44, based on 138 New York hospitals. That's 31% higher than the national typical of $16.
How much does an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) cost without insurance in New York?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) in New York run around $17. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $40), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New York hospital bill for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) so high?
New York hospital "list" charges for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) run about $40 — roughly 1.9× the $21 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, with microscopy) in New York?
Yes. If a New York hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $21), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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