Lab tests
Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets cost in Minnesota
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 Minnesota
From 79 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Minnesota.
Nationwide typical: $688 (most listed prices $278–$1,863).
Cheapest in Minnesota
- Avera Marshall Regional Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$85.36
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $191
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: CHI St. Joseph's Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $207
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Fairview Bethesda HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Fairview Bethesda Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - HealthEast St. John's HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: HealthEast St. John's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - HealthEast Woodwinds HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: HealthEast Woodwinds Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - M Health Fairview Lakes Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - M Health Fairview Northland Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - M Health Fairview Southdale HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $258Source: Hennepin Healthcare price file · checked Oct 2026
- M Health Fairview Ridges HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$265
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital 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.