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Enterovirus Genetic Detection Test

Connecticut rates for HCPCS 87498

This laboratory test detects genetic material from enterovirus, a group of viruses that can cause illnesses ranging from mild colds to more serious infections of the brain or spinal cord lining. It uses a technique that amplifies tiny amounts of viral genetic material so even a small infection can be detected. A sample such as spinal fluid, blood, or a swab is tested.

Rates data updated October 2026.

How much does Enterovirus Genetic Detection Test cost?

$36.31

Typical negotiated rate. In Connecticut, October 2026.

Insurers have agreed to pay about $36.31 for this service. Most negotiated rates run $20.89 to $56.23.

These are rates insurers have negotiated with providers, not the amount a patient is billed. What you owe depends on your plan's deductible and coinsurance. Based on rates published by 5 insurance carriers under federal price transparency rules.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $55 · 10th to 90th $35 to $186Professionalmedian $27 · 10th to 90th $18 to $62
$20$50$100$200facility $55professional $27

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
None
Typical Low
$26.30
Median
$31.62
Typical High
$31.62
Anthem BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
None
Typical Low
$36.31
Median
$54.95
Typical High
$186.21
Anthem BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
None
Typical Low
$17.38
Median
$20.89
Typical High
$54.95
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
None
Typical Low
$32.36
Median
$56.23
Typical High
$141.25
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
None
Typical Low
$23.44
Median
$38.02
Typical High
$87.10
ConnectiCare
Setting
Professional
Modifier
None
Typical Low
$34.67
Median
$51.29
Typical High
$75.86
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
None
Typical Low
$14.79
Median
$22.39
Typical High
$61.66

Where Connecticut sits

The same service costs 3.0 times more in Alaska than in Maryland. Every bar is a state, most expensive first. Touch or drag across it to read any state, then open that state for its carriers and full range.

Connecticut· 24th of 51

$36.31

AK $79.43MD $26.30

Median negotiated rate in each state, from every insurer that publishes one. States where no insurer publishes a rate for this service are not shown.