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COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test cost in Louisiana

COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test is a lab test. Many labs sell tests directly to the public for a flat cash price, often far below hospital prices.

Typical cash price

In Louisiana

$238Typical
$124 – $327Most listed prices

From 7 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Louisiana.

Nationwide typical: $283 (most listed prices $112–$678).

Cheapest in Louisiana

  1. East Jefferson General Hospital
    Hospital · Metairie, LA
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Facility fee only
    $124

    Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.

  2. Madison Parish Hospital
    Hospital · Tallulah, LA
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Facility fee only
    $129

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

    Source: Madison Parish Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
  3. West Jefferson Medical Center
    Hospital · Marrero, LA
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Facility fee only
    $238

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  4. Touro
    Hospital · New Orleans, LA
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Facility fee only
    $273

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  5. Lake Surgical Hospital - Slidell
    Hospital · Slidell, LA
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Facility fee only
    $309

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  6. Manning Family Children's
    Hospital · New Orleans, LA
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Facility fee only
    $353

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

See all prices for COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test

Common questions

Do I need a doctor's order?

In most states, direct-to-consumer labs can sell many tests without a separate doctor visit. Some states and some tests still require an order.

Is the blood draw included?

Usually yes for lab stores and booking sites. Hospitals sometimes bill the draw (venipuncture) separately.

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.