Lab tests
Bacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolate cost in Kentucky
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 Kentucky
From 94 hospital and 4 clinic prices in Kentucky.
Nationwide typical: $42.60 (most listed prices $9.61–$142).
Cheapest in Kentucky
- Breckinridge Memorial HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$5
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Breckinridge Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Jennie Stuart Medical CenterBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateDoctor fee only$7.13Source: Jennie Stuart Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $10.73
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Wayne County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, IncBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateDoctor fee only$12.69Source: Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, Inc price file · checked Oct 2026
- St Claire Medical Center IncBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$13.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St Claire Medical Center Inc price file · checked Oct 2026 - Owensboro Health Regional HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$15.08
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Marshall County HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$19.20
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Marshall County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern KentuckyBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$21
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northe price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $21.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UK Chandler Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Baptist Health Rehabilitation HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$22.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Elizabeth Healthcare CovingtonBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$24.24
Doctor fees are billed separately. +4 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: St. Elizabeth Healthcare Covington price file · checked Oct 2026 - Deaconess Union County HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$25.85
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Deaconess Union County Hospital 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.