How much does an Urine culture cost in Tennessee?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Tennessee
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $19, with most between $10 and $30 ($37 cash/self-pay). Based on 98 Tennessee hospitals — 30% lower than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $122 (6.4× higher).
Source: medians across 98 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $19, with most between $10 and $30, based on 98 Tennessee hospitals. That's 30% lower than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Tennessee?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Tennessee run around $37. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $122), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Tennessee hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Tennessee hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $122 — roughly 6.4× the $19 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 Tennessee?
Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $19), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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