Lab tests
Bacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolate cost in Texas
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 Texas
From 460 hospital and 5 clinic prices in Texas.
Nationwide typical: $42.60 (most listed prices $9.61–$142).
Cheapest in Texas
- $4
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Tyler County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - University Medical Center Surgical HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$4
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University Medical Center Surgical Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - University Medical Center of El PasoBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$4.20
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University Medical Center of El Paso price file · checked Oct 2026 - Driscoll Children's HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$4.37
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Driscoll Children's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Driscoll Children's Hospital - Rio Grande ValleyBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$5.06
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Driscoll Children's Hospital - Rio Grande Valley price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5.60
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: BSA Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Harrington Cancer CenterBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$5.60
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Harrington Cancer Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Luke's Health Memorial LivingstonBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$6.30
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: St. Luke's Health Memorial Livingston price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Luke's Health Memorial LufkinBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$6.30
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin price file · checked Oct 2026 - Nocona General HospitalBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$6.49
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Nocona General Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - South Texas Health System HeartBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$7.28
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: South Texas Health System Heart price file · checked Oct 2026 - South Texas Health System McAllenBacteria identification from culture (aerobic), each isolateFacility fee only$7.28
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: South Texas Health System McAllen 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.