How much does an Urinalysis cost in Philadelphia?
Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) · CPT 81001 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) is about $6, with most between $5 and $7 ($3 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 62% lower than the national typical of $16. Hospital list charges run about $57 (9.5× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) is about $6, with most between $5 and $7, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 62% lower than the national typical of $16.
How much does an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) in Philadelphia run around $3. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $57), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) run about $57 — roughly 9.5× the $6 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $6), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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