Lab tests
C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test cost in Missouri
C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test 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 Missouri
From 114 hospital and 6 clinic prices in Missouri.
Nationwide typical: $43.16 (most listed prices $8–$158).
Cheapest in Missouri
- $2.25
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Pediatrics - Doctors Park price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2.25
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Primary Care - 817 S Mount Auburn price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4.50
Membership required: $35/month ages 0–21, $65/month ages 22–64, $80/month ages 65+; family (2 adults, 2 children) $170/month. Quest Labs price per test, extra to membership; representative sample, subject to yearly changes and may not be cu…
Source: equality.healthcare · checked Oct 2026 - $5
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $5
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $6.80Source: Heartland Long Term Acute Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $6.80Source: Mosaic Life Care at St Joseph Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $6.80Source: Mosaic Medical Center - Maryville price file · checked Oct 2026
- $6.80Source: Mosaic Medical Center Albany price file · checked Oct 2026
- $9.54
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Kindred Hospital Northland price file · checked Oct 2026 - Nevada City Hospital dba Nevada Regional Medical CenterC-reactive protein (CRP) blood testFacility fee only$11.70
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Nevada City Hospital dba Nevada Regional Medical C price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $11.90
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems 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.