How much does an Urine culture cost in Wisconsin?
Urine culture · CPT 87086 · State: Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $45, with most between $15 and $59 ($75 cash/self-pay). Based on 105 Wisconsin hospitals — 67% higher than the national typical of $27. Hospital list charges run about $113 (2.5× higher).
Source: medians across 105 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin — FAQs
How much does an Urine culture cost in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Urine culture is about $45, with most between $15 and $59, based on 105 Wisconsin hospitals. That's 67% higher than the national typical of $27.
How much does an Urine culture cost without insurance in Wisconsin?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Urine culture in Wisconsin run around $75. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $113), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Wisconsin hospital bill for an Urine culture so high?
Wisconsin hospital "list" charges for an Urine culture run about $113 — roughly 2.5× the $45 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 Wisconsin?
Yes. If a Wisconsin hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $45), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Wisconsin hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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