Lab tests
Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets cost in Illinois
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 Illinois
From 110 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Illinois.
Nationwide typical: $688 (most listed prices $278–$1,863).
Cheapest in Illinois
- SwedishAmerican Medical GroupMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$104
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: SwedishAmerican Medical Group price file · checked Oct 2026 - Pinckneyville Community HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$160
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Pinckneyville Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Carle Health Methodist HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$175
Doctor fees are billed separately. +2 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Carle Health Methodist Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $245
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- UChicago Medicine AdventHealth BolingbrookMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately. +2 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook price file · checked Oct 2026 - UChicago Medicine AdventHealth HinsdaleMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale price file · checked Oct 2026 - Gottlieb Memorial HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$255
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Gottlieb Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - MacNeal Hospital Gottlieb Community Health Services CorporationMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$255
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: MacNeal Hospital Gottlieb Community Health Service price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $277
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Riverside Healthcare price file · checked Oct 2026 - Loyola University Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$309
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Loyola University Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Rush Copley Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$360
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Rush Copley Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Rush University Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$360
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Rush University Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
See all prices for Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets
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.