Lab tests
Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets cost in Georgia
Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets 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 84 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Georgia.
Nationwide typical: $688 (most listed prices $278–$1,863).
Cheapest in Georgia
- $282
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Hamilton Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Higgins General HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$290
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Higgins General Hospital price file · checked Sep 2026 - Tanner Medical Center/CarrolltonMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$290
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton price file · checked Sep 2026 - Tanner Medical Center/Villa RicaMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$290
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica price file · checked Oct 2026 - $290
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Willowbrooke at Tanner price file · checked Oct 2026 - Piedmont Athens RegionalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$299
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Athens Regional price file · checked Oct 2026 - $299
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Atlanta price file · checked Oct 2026 - $299
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Augusta price file · checked Oct 2026 - $299
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Cartersville price file · checked Oct 2026 - Piedmont Columbus Regional - MidtownMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$299
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown price file · checked Oct 2026 - Piedmont Columbus Regional - NorthsideMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$299
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside price file · checked Oct 2026 - $299
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Eastside price file · checked Oct 2026
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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.