Lab tests
Bacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolate cost in Indiana
Bacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolate is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Indiana
From 126 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Indiana.
Nationwide typical: $42.60 (most listed prices $9.61–$142).
Cheapest in Indiana
- $2.10
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Lutheran Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2.42
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Dupont Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $8
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- The Orthopedic HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$8.10
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: The Orthopedic Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Marion General HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$9
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- IU Health Ball Memorial HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$10.19
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Bloomington HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$11.82
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: IU Health Bloomington Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Arnett HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$12
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: IU Health Arnett Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $13.63
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: IU Health Methodist price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health North HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$13.63
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: IU Health North Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Bedford HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$13.70
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: IU Health Bedford Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Franciscan Health RensselaerBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$13.96
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Franciscan Health Rensselaer price file · checked Oct 2026
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Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.