Cost of a Blood Draw Visit
in Washington
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Washington's healthcare market operates approximately 10% above national cost averages, with Premera and Regence dominating the insurance landscape alongside Kaiser and UHC. Blood Draw visits in the state show significant variation, with negotiated rates ranging from $3 to $80 depending on provider type and location. Washington maintains over 6,000 active Blood Draw providers across urban Seattle-Tacoma corridors and rural eastern counties, giving patients multiple options to browse for affordable care.
Average
$29
Median
$3
Lowest
$3
Highest
$80
Providers
6,277
2% 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 Washington
Washington's healthcare costs run approximately 10% above national averages, driven by the state's robust economy and concentration of major employers like Amazon and Microsoft. The Cascade Range creates distinct cost patterns, with western Washington's urban density supporting higher provider rates while eastern counties rely more heavily on rural health clinics and critical access hospitals.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan areas concentrate the majority of Washington's Blood Draw specialists, creating competitive pricing but also higher overhead costs reflected in facility fees. Rural counties east of the Cascades often depend on traveling phlebotomists or require patients to drive significant distances to reach full-service laboratories. This geographic disparity means rural Washington residents may face both higher travel costs and limited appointment availability for Blood Draw services.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Major health systems like UW Medicine, MultiCare, and Providence dominate Washington's hospital-based laboratory services, typically charging higher rates due to facility overhead and 24/7 staffing requirements. Independent laboratories and physician offices generally offer more competitive Blood Draw pricing but may have limited hours or require advance scheduling. Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp maintain extensive networks throughout Washington, providing standardized pricing that often falls between hospital and independent practice rates.
Insurance Market Competition in Washington
Washington's relatively competitive insurance market includes Premera, Regence, Kaiser, and UHC, each with different negotiated rates for Blood Draw services that can create significant cost variations for the same procedure. The state's insurance exchange offers multiple plan options in most counties, though rural areas may have fewer choices and higher premiums. Strong competition in the Puget Sound region generally results in better negotiated rates, while less competitive rural markets may see higher costs despite lower provider overhead.
Physician Supply and Demand in Washington
Washington's 6,000+ active Blood Draw providers indicate adequate supply in urban areas but potential shortages in rural regions, particularly in counties with aging populations requiring more frequent laboratory monitoring. The state's relatively young, health-conscious population in tech centers creates steady demand for preventive screenings, while rural agricultural communities may face seasonal fluctuations in healthcare utilization. Provider abundance in Seattle and Spokane helps moderate pricing through competition, while underserved rural areas may experience higher costs due to limited options and travel requirements for specialized staff.
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 Washington
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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 |