How much does an Urine culture cost in Arizona?

Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Arizona

In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $37, with most between $15 and $46 ($66 cash/self-pay). Based on 47 Arizona hospitals — 37% higher than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $258 (7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$37
Arizona · $15$46
Cash / self-pay
$66
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$258
7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 47 Arizona hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Urine culture cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Urine culture cost in Arizona — FAQs

How much does an Urine culture cost in Arizona?

In Arizona, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $37, with most between $15 and $46, based on 47 Arizona hospitals. That's 37% higher than the national typical of $27.

How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Arizona?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Arizona run around $66. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $258), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arizona hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?

Arizona hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $258 — roughly 7× the $37 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 Urine culture in Arizona?

Yes. If a Arizona hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $37), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arizona hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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