How much does an Urine culture cost in Oregon?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Oregon
In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $44, with most between $28 and $66 ($45 cash/self-pay). Based on 30 Oregon hospitals — 63% higher than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $68 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 30 Oregon 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 Oregon — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Oregon?
In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $44, with most between $28 and $66, based on 30 Oregon hospitals. That's 63% higher than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Oregon?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Oregon run around $45. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $68), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Oregon hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Oregon hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $68 — roughly 1.5× the $44 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 Oregon?
Yes. If a Oregon hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $44), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Oregon hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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