Cost of a Blood Draw Visit
in Arizona
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Arizona's healthcare market operates at approximately 5% above national cost averages, creating variation in medical procedure pricing across the state's urban centers and rural communities. Blood Draw visits typically cost between $1.75 and $73.00, with a median out-of-pocket expense of $3.00 for patients. With over 6,000 active Blood Draw providers throughout Arizona, patients have substantial options when selecting care that fits their budget and location preferences.
Average
$26
Median
$3
Lowest
$2
Highest
$73
Providers
6,387
8% below national average
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Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 36415 — Collection of venous blood by venipuncture). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 36415 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 36415 (Collection of venous blood by venipuncture), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 36415 covers: the provider's professional fee for blood draw (venipuncture). It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Why Blood Draw Visit Costs Vary Across Arizona
Arizona's healthcare costs run approximately 5% above the national average, influenced by the state's rapid population growth and diverse geographic landscape spanning major metropolitan areas and remote rural regions. The state's competitive ASC market and insurance environment create unique pricing dynamics for medical procedures including blood collection services.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas concentrate most of Arizona's healthcare infrastructure, offering competitive pricing and abundant provider options for blood draw services. Rural counties including Cochise, Graham, and La Paz face provider shortages that can limit patient choices and influence pricing structures. Travel distances to qualified laboratories in remote areas may add indirect costs for patients seeking specialized testing services.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient laboratories typically charge higher facility fees compared to independent labs or physician office collection sites throughout Arizona. Major health systems like Banner Health, Dignity Health, and HonorHealth operate extensive networks that may offer standardized pricing but higher base costs. Independent laboratories and urgent care centers often provide more competitive cash-pay rates and flexible payment options.
Insurance Market Competition in Arizona
The presence of major insurers including UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield Arizona, and Aetna creates competitive negotiated rate structures that benefit patients with in-network coverage. Arizona's marketplace includes both national and regional carriers, providing varied network options and pricing tiers for laboratory services. Market competition helps keep negotiated rates reasonable compared to less competitive insurance markets in other states.
Physician Supply and Demand in Arizona
With over 6,000 active Blood Draw providers across Arizona, the state maintains adequate supply for most regions, though distribution favors urban areas over rural counties. This substantial provider network creates competitive pricing in metropolitan areas while potentially limiting options in remote locations. Provider density in Phoenix and Tucson supports shorter wait times and competitive pricing compared to underserved rural regions.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Blood Draw Costs in Arizona
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 36415)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iowa Range: $3 – $95 | $57 |
| 2 | Alaska Range: $3 – $85 | $56 |
| 3 | California Range: $3 – $90 | $56 |
| 4 | Connecticut Range: $2 – $93 | $53 |
| 5 | Pennsylvania Range: $2 – $90 | $49 |
| 6 | Wisconsin Range: $4 – $95 | $41 |
| 7 | Florida Range: $2 – $73 | $38 |
| 8 | Indiana Range: $2 – $90 | $37 |
| 9 | Kentucky Range: $2 – $85 | $36 |
| 10 | West Virginia Range: $3 – $95 | $35 |
| 11 | Illinois Range: $3 – $85 | $35 |
| 12 | Virginia Range: $1 – $98 | $34 |
| 13 | Texas Range: $3 – $90 | $33 |
| 14 | Minnesota Range: $3 – $91 | $32 |
| 15 | North Dakota Range: $3 – $91 | $32 |
| 16 | Georgia Range: $2 – $90 | $32 |
| 17 | Rhode Island Range: $2 – $90 | $32 |
| 18 | Tennessee Range: $2 – $85 | $31 |
| 19 | Hawaii Range: $3 – $85 | $30 |
| 20 | Idaho Range: $3 – $85 | $30 |
| 21 | Utah Range: $3 – $85 | $30 |
| 22 | Colorado Range: $2 – $85 | $30 |
| 23 | Oklahoma Range: $2 – $85 | $30 |
| 24 | Arkansas Range: $2 – $85 | $30 |
| 25 | North Carolina Range: $2 – $85 | $30 |
| 26 | South Carolina Range: $2 – $85 | $30 |
| 27 | Michigan Range: $1 – $85 | $30 |
| 28 | Ohio Range: $1 – $85 | $30 |
| 29 | Delaware Range: $1 – $82 | $29 |
| 30 | Montana Range: $3 – $80 | $29 |
| 31 | Oregon Range: $3 – $80 | $29 |
| 32 | Washington Range: $3 – $80 | $29 |
| 33 | District of Columbia Range: $1 – $80 | $28 |
| 34 | Massachusetts Range: $2 – $80 | $28 |
| 35 | Alabama Range: $1 – $80 | $28 |
| 36 | Wyoming Range: $3 – $73 | $26 |
| 37 | Vermont Range: $2 – $73 | $26 |
| 38 | Arizona Range: $2 – $73 | $26 |
| 39 | New Mexico Range: $2 – $70 | $25 |
| 40 | New Jersey Range: $2 – $68 | $24 |
| 41 | Nevada Range: $3 – $60 | $23 |
| 42 | New York Range: $1 – $60 | $22 |
| 43 | Nebraska Range: $3 – $23 | $10 |
| 44 | Missouri Range: $2 – $23 | $9 |
| 45 | Louisiana Range: $1 – $12 | $6 |
| 46 | Mississippi Range: $1 – $14 | $6 |
| 47 | Maine Range: $3 – $5 | $4 |
| 48 | Kansas Range: $2 – $7 | $4 |
| 49 | New Hampshire Range: $2 – $7 | $3 |
| 50 | South Dakota Range: $3 – $3 | $3 |
| 51 | Maryland Range: $1 – $6 | $3 |