How much does an Urine culture cost in Missouri?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Missouri
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $11, with most between $9 and $24 ($48 cash/self-pay). Based on 64 Missouri hospitals — 59% lower than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $95 (8.6× higher).
Source: medians across 64 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Missouri?
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $11, with most between $9 and $24, based on 64 Missouri hospitals. That's 59% lower than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Missouri?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Missouri run around $48. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $95), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Missouri hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Missouri hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $95 — roughly 8.6× the $11 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 Missouri?
Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $11), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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