How much does an Urine culture cost in Rhode Island?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Rhode Island
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $24, with most between $21 and $24 ($30 cash/self-pay). Based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals — 11% lower than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $52 (2.2× higher).
Source: medians across 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $24, with most between $21 and $24, based on 5 Rhode Island hospitals. That's 11% lower than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Rhode Island?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Rhode Island run around $30. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $52), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Rhode Island hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Rhode Island hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $52 — roughly 2.2× the $24 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 Rhode Island?
Yes. If a Rhode Island hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $24), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Rhode Island hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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