How much does an Urine culture cost in Ohio?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Ohio
In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $29, with most between $19 and $70 ($58 cash/self-pay). Based on 98 Ohio hospitals — 7% higher than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $91 (3.1× higher).
Source: medians across 98 Ohio 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 Ohio — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Ohio?
In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $29, with most between $19 and $70, based on 98 Ohio hospitals. That's 7% higher than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Ohio?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Ohio run around $58. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $91), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Ohio hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Ohio hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $91 — roughly 3.1× the $29 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 Ohio?
Yes. If a Ohio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $29), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Ohio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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