Lab tests
Dark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collection cost in Kentucky
Dark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collection 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 21 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Kentucky.
Nationwide typical: $45.24 (most listed prices $10.74–$206).
Cheapest in Kentucky
- Deaconess Union County HospitalDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionDoctor fee only$21.70Source: Deaconess Union County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $21.70Source: Henderson Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- UofL Health - UofL HospitalDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$56.16
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - UofL Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - UofL Health - Mary & Elizabeth HospitalDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$84.24
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - Mary & Elizabeth Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - UofL Health - Shelbyville HospitalDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$88.92
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - Shelbyville Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Jackson Purchase Medical CenterDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$95.15
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- UofL Health - Medical Center SouthwestDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$105
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - Medical Center Southwest price file · checked Oct 2026 - CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph EastDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$130
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph East price file · checked Oct 2026 - UofL Health - South HospitalDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$135
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - South Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - UofL Health - Jewish HospitalDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$142
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - Jewish Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - UofL Health - Medical Center EastDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$142
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - Medical Center East price file · checked Oct 2026 - UofL Health - Medical Center NortheastDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$142
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - Medical Center Northeast 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.