How much does an Urine culture cost in Denver?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · Metro area: Denver
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $22, with most between $20 and $43 ($254 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Denver hospitals — 19% lower than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $257 (11.7× higher).
Source: medians across 18 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Denver?
In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $22, with most between $20 and $43, based on 18 Denver hospitals. That's 19% lower than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Denver?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Denver run around $254. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $257), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Denver hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Denver hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $257 — roughly 11.7× the $22 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 Denver?
Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $22), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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