How much does an Urine culture cost in Colorado?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Colorado
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $49, with most between $22 and $70 ($78 cash/self-pay). Based on 72 Colorado hospitals — 81% higher than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $155 (3.2× higher).
Source: medians across 72 Colorado 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 Colorado — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Colorado?
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $49, with most between $22 and $70, based on 72 Colorado hospitals. That's 81% higher than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Colorado?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Colorado run around $78. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $155), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Colorado hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Colorado hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $155 — roughly 3.2× the $49 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 Colorado?
Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $49), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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