How much does an Urine culture cost in Utah?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Utah
In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $28, with most between $20 and $67 ($90 cash/self-pay). Based on 25 Utah hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $111 (4× higher).
Source: medians across 25 Utah 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 Utah — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Utah?
In Utah, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $28, with most between $20 and $67, based on 25 Utah hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Utah?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Utah run around $90. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $111), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Utah hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Utah hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $111 — roughly 4× the $28 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 Utah?
Yes. If a Utah hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $28), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Utah hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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