Lab tests
Fetal lung maturity test (L/S ratio) cost in Georgia
Fetal lung maturity test (L/S ratio) 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 Georgia
From 35 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Georgia.
Nationwide typical: $128 (most listed prices $24.19–$535).
Cheapest in Georgia
- $39.54
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Blue Ridge Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $44.85
Doctor fees are billed separately. +10 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Wellstar Cobb Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $51.60
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Phoebe Sumter price file · checked Oct 2026 - $75.75
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Liberty Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $76.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Stephens County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $78
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Washington County Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $101
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Emory Hospital Perry price file · checked Oct 2026 - $123
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Emanuel Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $137
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Coffee Regional Medical Center, Inc. price file · checked Oct 2026 - $140
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Phoebe Putney price file · checked Oct 2026 - $140
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Wayne Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $153
Doctor fees are billed separately.
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.