Price range near Charlotte

$72 to $72
1.0x price range North Carolina avg: $116

Hospital prices near Charlotte

1
Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center Novant Health · Nonprofit · 0.0 mi
$72 cash price
4★ 81.0% satisfied Safety penalty
2
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center Novant Health · Nonprofit · 0.3 mi
$72 cash price
4★ 70.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare
3
Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center Novant Health · Nonprofit · 0.3 mi
$72 cash price
4★ 66.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare
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Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Novant Health · Nonprofit · 0.0 mi
$72 cash price
4★ 65.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare
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Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Novant Health · Nonprofit · 0.3 mi
$72 cash price
2★ 63.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare
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Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center Novant Health · Nonprofit · 0.0 mi
$72 cash price
80.0% satisfied Safety penalty
+0% vs lowest Compare

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Before you schedule

Best value Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center — $72 4★ CMS rating
You could save $0 by choosing the lowest-priced facility
North Carolina average $116 — prices near Charlotte are below average
Call billing before you schedule Ask: "What is the cash price for this procedure?" — if you haven't met your deductible, it may be hundreds less than going through insurance
Expect a separate bill These are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, or anesthesiologist bills separately — ask about those costs too

The good news is there's no price shopping to do here—every facility in Charlotte charges the same cash price of $72.50 for your hemoglobin A1C test, which is actually slightly higher than the North Carolina average of $67.53. That $5 difference won't change your decision, but it means you're not going to find a bargain by calling around. What matters more is whether your insurance will cover this lab work at all, and whether you'll owe anything out of pocket after your copay or deductible.

Before you schedule, verify your coverage by calling your insurance company directly and asking if hemoglobin A1C testing is covered under your plan and what your out-of-pocket cost will be. If you don't have insurance or it won't cover the test, the $72.50 cash price is straightforward—just confirm the facility can bill you that amount upfront. You can use this test at any of the local providers listed, so pick whichever is most convenient to your doctor's office or your schedule.

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.

1

"What is your cash price for Hemoglobin A1C?"

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.

2

"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.

3

"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.

Hemoglobin A1C costs $72 at Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center (4-star CMS rating) and up to $72 at Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina — a 1.0x difference for the same procedure across 6 facilities. The North Carolina statewide average is $116.

About this market

Novant Health operates 6 of 6 hospitals near Charlotte (100%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.

vs North Carolina average 38% below average

Novant Health's price of $72 is below the North Carolina average of $116.

Nearest alternative High Point Regional Health System — $23

High Point, NC · 69 mi away · 2★

Insurance rates at Novant Health $10 to $141

52 insurance plans. Cheapest: Anthem. Most expensive: Three Rivers Provider Network.

What else you should know

59% of insurance rates exceed the cash price 186 of 313 negotiated rates at these hospitals cost more than paying cash. If you haven't met your deductible, ask for the cash rate. Learn more
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FacilityCash PriceGross ChargeStarsPatient RatingOwnershipDistance
Novant Health Mint Hill Medical CenterNovant Health $72 $145 4/5 81.0% Nonprofit 0.0 mi
Novant Health Matthews Medical CenterNovant Health $72 $145 4/5 70.0% Nonprofit 0.3 mi
Novant Health Huntersville Medical CenterNovant Health $72 $145 4/5 66.0% Nonprofit 0.3 mi
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical CenterNovant Health $72 $145 4/5 65.0% Nonprofit 0.0 mi
Novant Health Rowan Medical CenterNovant Health $72 $145 2/5 63.0% Nonprofit 0.3 mi
Novant Health Ballantyne Medical CenterNovant Health $72 $145 80.0% Nonprofit 0.0 mi

Common questions

How much does Hemoglobin A1C cost in Charlotte, NC?

Hemoglobin A1C costs between $72 and $72 at 6 facilities near Charlotte, North Carolina. The median price is $72. The North Carolina statewide average is $116.

Which hospital is cheapest for Hemoglobin A1C near Charlotte?

Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center has the lowest published cash price at $72. It has a 4-star CMS quality rating and 81.0% patient satisfaction.

Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?

No. In Charlotte, the lowest-priced facility (Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center) has a 4-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility.

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 →

How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?

The maximum savings for Hemoglobin A1C near Charlotte is $0 — the difference between Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center ($72) and Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center ($72).

Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →