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Genetic Test for a Respiratory Bacterium

Vermont 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 $155 · 10th–90th $35$4680%20%10th90th$155Professionalmedian $35 · 10th–90th $19$460%20%10th90th$35$20.0$50.0$100.0$200.0$500.0

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

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$141.25
Median
$141.25
Typical High
$154.88
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$18.62
Median
$35.48
Typical High
$45.71
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$204.17
Median
$204.17
Typical High
$467.74
BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$51.29
Median
$51.29
Typical High
$147.91
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$58.88
Median
$58.88
Typical High
$58.88
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$25.12
Median
$52.48
Typical High
$87.10
MVP Health Care
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$35.48
Median
$35.48
Typical High
$35.48
MVP Health Care
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$35.48
Median
$35.48
Typical High
$47.86
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$20.89
Median
$48.98
Typical High
$95.50