Cost of a Blood Draw Visit
in Texas
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Texas operates one of the largest healthcare markets in the nation with over 600 ambulatory surgical centers, creating significant cost variation for Blood Draw procedures across the state. Patients typically pay between $3 and $90 for a Blood Draw visit, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $4.84 based on negotiated insurance rates. With 13,599 active Blood Draw providers throughout Texas, patients can browse extensive options to find affordable care that fits their budget and location preferences.
Average
$33
Median
$5
Lowest
$3
Highest
$90
Providers
13,599
16% 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 Texas
Texas Blood Draw costs run approximately 4% below national averages, reflecting the state's large provider supply and competitive marketplace dynamics. The state's sprawling geography creates distinct cost zones, with major metropolitan areas like Houston, Dallas, and Austin featuring different pricing patterns than smaller cities and rural counties.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Texas's massive geographic footprint creates significant disparities between urban centers with abundant providers and rural counties with limited access to Blood Draw services. Metropolitan areas like Houston and Dallas benefit from numerous competing labs and outpatient facilities, while rural East Texas and West Texas regions may have only one or two options within reasonable driving distance. This geographic concentration often means higher costs in underserved areas despite lower overall overhead expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned outpatient laboratories in Texas typically charge higher facility fees compared to independent practices, reflecting the overhead costs of large health systems like HCA, Baylor Scott & White, and Memorial Hermann. Standalone laboratory chains such as Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp maintain significant presence throughout Texas, often offering competitive pricing for routine Blood Draw procedures. Community health centers and federally qualified health centers provide cost-effective alternatives, particularly in underserved urban and rural areas.
Insurance Market Competition in Texas
Texas features robust competition among major insurers including UHC, BCBS TX, Aetna, and Cigna, with regional players also maintaining market share in specific areas. This competitive environment generally helps keep negotiated rates reasonable, though market concentration varies significantly between metropolitan and rural regions. The absence of Medicaid expansion means private insurance carries a larger burden of coverage, potentially affecting negotiated rate structures with providers.
Physician Supply and Demand in Texas
With 13,599 active Blood Draw providers across Texas, the state maintains relatively good access to venipuncture services compared to national averages. This substantial provider supply helps moderate pricing in most markets, though distribution remains uneven between urban and rural areas. Texas medical schools and training programs produce significant numbers of qualified technicians and nurses capable of performing Blood Draw procedures, supporting continued access and competitive pricing.
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 Texas
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Does Texas Medicaid cover Blood Draw visits?
How do I find an affordable Blood Draw near me in Texas?
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 Texas?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Blood Draw in Texas?
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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 |