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Genetic Test for a Respiratory Bacterium

Delaware rates for HCPCS 87486

A laboratory test that detects genetic material from a specific type of bacterium linked to respiratory tract infection, using a technique that amplifies small amounts of genetic material so the test can find even a low level of the organism. A sample is usually collected from the nose, throat, or lower airway. Results help identify this particular cause of a cough, chest infection, or pneumonia-like illness.

Rates data updated July 2026.

Facilitymedian $91 · 10th–90th $29$1,5140%10%10th90th$91Professionalmedian $27 · 10th–90th $23$1050%10%20%10th90th$27$20.0$50.0$100.0$200.0$500.0$1.0K

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Facility and professional rates are different services and are charted separately. Need provider-level prices? Contact us.

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$28.84
Median
$91.20
Typical High
$1,513.56
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$23.44
Median
$26.92
Typical High
$104.71
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$22.91
Median
$22.91
Typical High
$22.91
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$21.38
Median
$23.44
Typical High
$66.07
Highmark BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$89.13
Median
$151.36
Typical High
$169.82
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$15.85
Median
$26.30
Typical High
$54.95