Comprehensive Metabolic Panel cost in Virginia Beach, VA
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel costs $104 to $246 cash across 7 hospitals within 25 miles of Virginia Beach.
Price range near Virginia Beach
Hospital prices near Virginia Beach
$142 spread between lowest and highest published price
Prices range from $104 to $246 across these hospitals. Not an extreme spread, but the difference may matter depending on your deductible and insurance plan.
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Information from published hospital prices and Medicare quality data. Not medical advice.
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What this price typically doesn't include
Procedure codes generally cover the procedure itself. Other services that often appear on the same bill are listed under separate codes — for example:
- Anesthesia (CPT 00xxx)
- Pathology, if a sample is taken (CPT 88xxx)
- Drugs administered during the visit (J-codes)
- Facility vs. professional split — one charge from the hospital, another from the doctor
- Room and board, if the procedure is inpatient
Asking what other codes might appear on the bill is a useful follow-up so the total is not a surprise. Once you receive the bill, asking for an itemized statement listing each service code separately makes it easier to match against the disclosed prices above.
Observations about billing-code conventions. Not medical advice. Not legal advice.
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Before you schedule
You're looking at a test where prices swing wildly across Virginia Beach—the cheapest option is $104, but the most expensive is $365 for the exact same panel. That threefold difference matters because a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel is often ordered routine, sometimes multiple times a year, so picking the right place can add up. The two Sentara facilities here are both priced at the middle ($246.50), which is higher than the state average of $179, so you have room to save if you're paying out of pocket.
Before you schedule, call the lowest-cost provider on this list and confirm they'll run the specific panel your doctor ordered—some labs have slight variations. If you're using insurance, your out-of-pocket cost depends entirely on your plan, so text your insurance member ID to your doctor's office and ask them to check what you'll owe before the appointment. If cost is your main concern and you're uninsured, ask whichever lab you choose about financial assistance; many offer discounts for self-pay patients who ask directly.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel costs between $104 and $246 at 7 facilities near Virginia Beach, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $156.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 5 of 7 hospitals near Virginia Beach (71%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $246 is above the Virginia average of $156.
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6 insurance plans. Cheapest: Anthem. Most expensive: Sentara Health Plans.
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Children's hospitals
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Surgery center alternatives
These ambulatory surgery centers are near Virginia Beach. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $104 | $174 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 18.1 mi |
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $246 | $493 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $246 | $493 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 17.0 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $246 | $493 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 17.3 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $246 | $493 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 23.7 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $246 | $493 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Riverside Shore Memorial HospitalRiverside Health System | — | — | 3/5 | 81.0% | Nonprofit | 17.3 mi |
Common questions
How much does Comprehensive Metabolic Panel cost in Virginia Beach, VA?
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel costs between $104 and $246 at 7 facilities near Virginia Beach, Virginia. The median price is $246. The Virginia statewide average is $156.
Which hospital is cheapest for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel near Virginia Beach?
Chesapeake General Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $104. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 67.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Virginia Beach, the lowest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital) has a 3-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
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