How much does an Urine culture cost in New Hampshire?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: New Hampshire
In New Hampshire, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $18, with most between $18 and $23 ($108 cash/self-pay). Based on 13 New Hampshire hospitals — 33% lower than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $180 (10× higher).
Source: medians across 13 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in New Hampshire?
In New Hampshire, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $18, with most between $18 and $23, based on 13 New Hampshire hospitals. That's 33% lower than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in New Hampshire?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in New Hampshire run around $108. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $180), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my New Hampshire hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
New Hampshire hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $180 — roughly 10× the $18 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 New Hampshire?
Yes. If a New Hampshire hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $18), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New Hampshire hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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