Lab tests
Lactic acid (lactate) test cost in Austin, TX
Lactic acid (lactate) 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 Texas
From 508 hospital and 10 clinic prices in Texas.
Nationwide typical: $67 (most listed prices $14.46–$209).
Cheapest in Austin, TX
- $8.04
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Texas Children's Hospital North Austin Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $12.73
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $28.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Austin price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $28.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Round price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $31.23
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $47.36Source: kyleer.com · checked Oct 2026
- $50.13
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ascension Seton Hays (Ascension Seton) price file · checked Oct 2026 - $56
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Austin Center for Outpatient Surgery LP price file · checked Oct 2026 - $60.10
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: PAM Rehabilitation Hospital of Round Rock price file · checked Oct 2026 - $60.10
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital of Kyle price file · checked Oct 2026 - $60.66
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ascension Seton Williamson (Ascension Seton) price file · checked Oct 2026 - $66.06
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin (Ascension S price fil · 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.