Cost of a Blood Draw Visit
in Hawaii
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Hawaii's island geography creates unique challenges for healthcare access, with providers concentrated in urban centers while rural areas face significant service gaps. Blood Draw services across the state show substantial price variations, with patients typically paying between negotiated rates of $3 to $85, though specific out-of-pocket costs depend on insurance coverage and deductible status. With 191 active Blood Draw providers throughout Hawaii's islands, patients have multiple options to explore when seeking venipuncture services.
Average
$30
Median
$3
Lowest
$3
Highest
$85
Providers
191
8% above 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 Hawaii
Healthcare costs in Hawaii run approximately 16% above the national average, driven by the state's isolated island geography and high cost of living. The unique challenges of delivering healthcare across multiple islands create additional logistical expenses that ultimately affect patient pricing.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Oahu concentrates most of Hawaii's Blood Draw facilities, particularly around Honolulu, while the outer islands of Maui, Big Island, and Kauai have fewer options. Rural areas on all islands face significant access challenges, with some communities requiring travel to urban centers for laboratory services. This geographic disparity creates higher costs for rural residents who must factor in transportation and time off work.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient laboratories in Hawaii typically charge higher facility fees due to increased overhead costs associated with maintaining full-service medical facilities. Independent laboratories like Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp maintain several locations across the state and often offer more competitive pricing structures. The high cost of real estate and utilities in Hawaii affects all healthcare facilities, contributing to elevated service prices.
Insurance Market Competition in Hawaii
Hawaii's insurance market is relatively concentrated, with HMSA Blue Cross Blue Shield holding significant market share alongside UnitedHealthcare and Kaiser Permanente. This limited competition can result in less aggressive rate negotiations between insurers and providers compared to more competitive mainland markets. Kaiser's integrated model provides both insurance and healthcare services, creating a unique dynamic in the state's healthcare pricing landscape.
Physician Supply and Demand in Hawaii
With 191 active Blood Draw providers serving Hawaii's population, the state maintains adequate coverage for basic venipuncture services, though distribution remains uneven across islands. The concentration of providers in urban areas creates competitive pricing in cities like Honolulu, while rural areas may see higher costs due to limited options. Hawaii's appeal as a practice location helps attract healthcare professionals, though the high cost of living can also create staffing challenges for some facilities.
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 Hawaii
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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 |