How much does an Urine culture cost in Georgia?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Georgia
In Georgia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $21, with most between $13 and $85 ($90 cash/self-pay). Based on 59 Georgia hospitals — 22% lower than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $214 (10.2× higher).
Source: medians across 59 Georgia 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 Georgia — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Georgia?
In Georgia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $21, with most between $13 and $85, based on 59 Georgia hospitals. That's 22% lower than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Georgia?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Georgia run around $90. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $214), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Georgia hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Georgia hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $214 — roughly 10.2× the $21 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 Georgia?
Yes. If a Georgia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $21), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Georgia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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