Cost of a Blood Draw Visit
in Oklahoma
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Oklahoma's healthcare system serves a predominantly rural population, with many residents traveling significant distances to access laboratory services in metropolitan areas like Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Blood Draw visits in Oklahoma cost significantly less than the national average, with patients typically paying between $1.8 and $85.0, and a median out-of-pocket cost of $3.0 based on negotiated insurance rates. Over 2,700 active Blood Draw providers serve Oklahoma residents across urban centers and rural communities, offering extensive options for patients needing venipuncture services.
Average
$30
Median
$3
Lowest
$2
Highest
$85
Providers
2,771
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 Oklahoma
Oklahoma's healthcare costs run approximately 8% below the national average, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and competitive provider market. The state's extensive rural geography creates unique access challenges, with many residents traveling to Oklahoma City or Tulsa for specialized laboratory services.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Oklahoma's major metropolitan areas of Oklahoma City and Tulsa concentrate most laboratory facilities and hospital systems, while rural counties often rely on critical access hospitals or community health centers for blood collection services. This geographic disparity can create cost variations as rural facilities may charge higher rates due to lower patient volumes and higher operational costs per procedure. Patients in remote areas sometimes travel significant distances to access more affordable laboratory services in urban centers.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient laboratories typically charge higher facility fees compared to independent laboratory chains or physician office labs throughout Oklahoma. Major health systems like OU Health and Saint Francis Health System operate extensive laboratory networks with varying cost structures. Standalone laboratory facilities often provide more competitive pricing due to lower overhead costs and higher procedure volumes.
Insurance Market Competition in Oklahoma
The Oklahoma insurance market features moderate competition among BCBS Oklahoma, UHC, and CommunityCare, with regional insurers also serving specific markets throughout the state. This competitive environment helps keep negotiated rates reasonable for Blood Draw services compared to more concentrated insurance markets. Rural areas may have fewer insurer options, potentially affecting the range of in-network laboratory providers available to residents.
Physician Supply and Demand in Oklahoma
With over 2,700 active Blood Draw providers serving Oklahoma, the state maintains adequate access to venipuncture services across most regions. This substantial provider network indicates sufficient supply relative to population demand, contributing to competitive pricing and reasonable wait times for appointments. The concentration of providers in urban areas means rural residents may face longer travel times but generally have access to services within reasonable distances.
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 Oklahoma
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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 |