How much does an Urine culture cost in Massachusetts?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $23, with most between $16 and $76 ($74 cash/self-pay). Based on 40 Massachusetts hospitals — 15% lower than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $92 (4× higher).
Source: medians across 40 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $23, with most between $16 and $76, based on 40 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 15% lower than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Massachusetts?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Massachusetts run around $74. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $92), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Massachusetts hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $92 — roughly 4× the $23 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 Massachusetts?
Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $23), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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