Lab tests
Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets cost in New York
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 New York
From 99 hospital and 0 clinic prices in New York.
Nationwide typical: $688 (most listed prices $278–$1,863).
Cheapest in New York
- Brookdale Hospital Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$72.36
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Brookdale Hospital Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Interfaith Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$72.36
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Interfaith Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Kingsbrook Jewish Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$72.36
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Ira Davenport Memorial HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$166
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $218
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Albany Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Westfield Memorial Hospital IncMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsDoctor fee only$275Source: Westfield Memorial Hospital Inc price file · checked Oct 2026
- Garnet Health Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$288
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Garnet Health Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Joseph's Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$417
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St. Joseph's Medical Center price file · checked Sep 2026 - Bellevue Hospital CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$417
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Elmhurst Hospital CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$417
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $417
Doctor fees are billed separately. +4 more in this system at the same published price.
- Kings County Hospital CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$417
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
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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.