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How Much Does a Basic Metabolic Panel Cost Without Insurance?

Jacqueline Slobin
Jacqueline Slobin12 Dec 2022
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A basic metabolic panel (BMP) is a blood test that evaluates your kidney function, metabolism, and electrolyte balance. On average, a basic metabolic panel costs $235 without insurance, but prices can vary depending on where you get tested. You can significantly reduce this cost with health insurance or alternative coverage options.

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Cost of a Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)

The cost of a basic metabolic panel can vary depending on where you get the test done. In general, the median cost of a basic metabolic panel is $214; however, there is significant variability depending on where you get tested. Below is a table that shows the location of getting a BMP and the associated cost.

Average Cost of BMP Without Health Insurance

LocationAverage Cost of BMP Without Health Insurance
Laboratory$30 - $80
Urgent Care$100 - $200
Primary Care ProviderVisit fee + lab test fee (dependent on provider)
Hospital$85 - $140
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Jacqueline Slobin

Jacqueline graduated from the University of Virginia in 2021 with a B.A. in Global Public Health and is a current M.D. candidate at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Jacqueline has been working for Mira since April 2020 and is passionate about the intersection of public health and medical care.

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