How much does an Urine culture cost in Arkansas?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Arkansas
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $15, with most between $11 and $19 ($29 cash/self-pay). Based on 61 Arkansas hospitals — 44% lower than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $71 (4.7× higher).
Source: medians across 61 Arkansas 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 Arkansas — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $15, with most between $11 and $19, based on 61 Arkansas hospitals. That's 44% lower than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Arkansas?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Arkansas run around $29. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $71), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Arkansas hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $71 — roughly 4.7× the $15 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 Arkansas?
Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $15), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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