Cost of a Blood Draw Visit
in Michigan
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Michigan's robust network of health systems and Medicaid expansion has created competitive pricing for basic laboratory services across the state. Blood Draw procedures in Michigan typically range from $1.26 to $85.0, with a median cost of $3.0 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 2,640 active Blood Draw providers throughout Michigan, patients have substantial options for accessing affordable venipuncture services across both urban centers like Detroit and rural communities in the Upper Peninsula.
Average
$30
Median
$3
Lowest
$1
Highest
$85
Providers
2,640
6% 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 Michigan
Michigan's healthcare costs run approximately 3% below national averages, reflecting the state's diverse mix of urban medical centers and rural communities served by regional health systems. The state's geographic spread from Detroit's concentrated medical corridor to the sparsely populated Upper Peninsula creates significant cost variations based on provider density and local market competition.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor offer abundant laboratory options with competitive pricing, while rural areas of northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula may have limited providers resulting in higher costs. Travel distances to laboratory facilities can add indirect costs for rural patients, though many communities have local clinics offering basic Blood Draw services. Telehealth initiatives have improved access to provider consultations, though Blood Draw procedures still require in-person visits.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Michigan's major health systems including Michigan Medicine, Spectrum Health, and Henry Ford Health operate hospital-based outpatient laboratories with higher overhead costs than independent facilities. Standalone laboratory companies like Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp maintain numerous locations throughout Michigan with typically lower pricing structures. Community health centers and federally qualified health centers offer sliding fee scales for uninsured and underinsured patients.
Insurance Market Competition in Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan maintains the largest market share, followed by UnitedHealthcare and Aetna, creating moderate competition that benefits consumers through negotiated rate competition. The state's insurance marketplace offers multiple plan options in most counties, though some rural areas have limited insurer participation. This competitive environment helps keep Blood Draw costs reasonable compared to states with less insurer competition.
Physician Supply and Demand in Michigan
With 2,640 active Blood Draw providers across Michigan, the state maintains adequate access to venipuncture services for most residents. This substantial provider network indicates sufficient supply relative to population demand, helping maintain competitive pricing and reasonable appointment availability. Urban areas have concentrated provider networks, while rural regions rely on critical access hospitals and community clinics for laboratory services.
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 Michigan
What is the average cost of a Blood Draw visit in Michigan without insurance?
Does Michigan Medicaid cover Blood Draw visits?
How do I find an affordable Blood Draw near me in Michigan?
What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?
Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Blood Draw visit in Michigan?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Blood Draw in Michigan?
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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 |