Lab tests
Prion disease test on spinal fluid (RT-QuIC) cost in Missouri
Prion disease test on spinal fluid (RT-QuIC) 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 Missouri
From 32 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Missouri.
Nationwide typical: $519 (most listed prices $198–$1,586).
Cheapest in Missouri
- SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson CityPrion disease test on spinal fluid (RT-QuIC)Facility fee only$85.80
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City price file · checked Oct 2026 - $150
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital St Louis price file · checked Oct 2026 - $183
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Liberty Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $200
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital Washington price file · checked Oct 2026 - $205
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital Lincoln price file · checked Oct 2026 - $223
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Cox Medical Center Branson price file · checked Oct 2026 - $228
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mercy Hospital Springfield price file · checked Oct 2026 - $248
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Cox Medical Center South price file · checked Oct 2026 - $300
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Cox Monett Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $306
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: NKC Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $313
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Lake Regional Health System price file · checked Oct 2026 - $313
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Cox Barton County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
See all prices for Prion disease test on spinal fluid (RT-QuIC)
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.