Lab tests
Blood draw (venipuncture) cost in Pennsylvania
Blood draw (venipuncture) 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 Pennsylvania
From 151 hospital and 6 clinic prices in Pennsylvania.
Nationwide typical: $15.75 (most listed prices $5.10–$43.20).
Cheapest in Pennsylvania
- $2.23
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St. Clair Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Readin price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $3.48
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UPMC Green price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3.88
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilio price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $4
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $4
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Guthrie Towanda Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Guthrie Troy Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4.80
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Frick Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4.80
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Latrobe Area Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4.80
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Westmoreland Regional Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4.80
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Wilkes-Barre General Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4.80
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Meadville Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
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.