How much does an Urinalysis cost in Washington?

Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) · CPT 81001 · State: Washington

In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) is about $25, with most between $10 and $57 ($31 cash/self-pay). Based on 44 Washington hospitals — 56% higher than the national typical of $16. Hospital list charges run about $70 (2.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$25
Washington · $10$57
Cash / self-pay
$31
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$70
2.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 44 Washington 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 Washington — FAQs

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

In Washington, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) is about $25, with most between $10 and $57, based on 44 Washington hospitals. That's 56% higher than the national typical of $16.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) in Washington run around $31. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $70), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Washington hospital "list" charges for an Urinalysis (automated, with microscopy) run about $70 — roughly 2.8× the $25 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 Washington?

Yes. If a Washington hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $25), 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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