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Non-Invasive Skin-Based Hemoglobin Measurement

Maryland rates for HCPCS 88738

This test estimates the level of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells, using a sensor placed on the skin instead of drawing blood. It provides a quick, needle-free estimate that can be useful for screening before a procedure or for repeated checks over a short period. Because it is an estimate, results suggesting a significant abnormality are typically confirmed with a standard blood draw.

Rates data updated July 2026.

Facilitymedian $3 · 10th–90th $2$60%20%10th90th$3Professionalmedian $6 · 10th–90th $3$240%10%20%10th90th$6$2.0$5.0$10.0$20.0

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
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$3.72
Median
$6.61
Typical High
$26.92
CareFirst
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$1.78
Median
$3.98
Typical High
$4.90
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$2.63
Median
$3.47
Typical High
$6.61
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$2.82
Median
$5.50
Typical High
$15.85
Kaiser Permanente
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$4.79
Median
$5.75
Typical High
$7.59
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$2.09
Median
$2.40
Typical High
$3.80
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$3.02
Median
$4.27
Typical High
$9.33
Wellpoint
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$1.95
Median
$3.47
Typical High
$7.59