How much does an Urine culture cost in Mississippi?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Mississippi
In Mississippi, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $26, with most between $15 and $51 ($45 cash/self-pay). Based on 31 Mississippi hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $92 (3.5× higher).
Source: medians across 31 Mississippi 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 Mississippi — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $26, with most between $15 and $51, based on 31 Mississippi hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Mississippi?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Mississippi run around $45. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $92), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Mississippi hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Mississippi hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $92 — roughly 3.5× the $26 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 Mississippi?
Yes. If a Mississippi hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $26), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Mississippi hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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