Lipid Panel cost in Arlington, VA
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Before you schedule
You're looking at lipid panel prices in Arlington, and here's what matters: the same test costs anywhere from $102 to $281 depending on where you go—nearly three times as much at the highest-priced lab compared to the lowest. Most places charge around $145 cash, but you could save real money by calling ahead. If your doctor didn't specify a particular lab and you have flexibility on location, this is one of those moments where a five-minute phone call to ask the cash price can put money back in your pocket before your insurance even gets involved.
Before you schedule, call your doctor's office and ask if the lab location is fixed or if you can choose. Then call the labs that are convenient to you and ask for their cash price for a lipid panel—get it in writing via email if you can. If cost is tight, ask each lab whether they have financial assistance; some do, though it depends on the facility. Once you know the actual price, you'll know whether to go ahead or shop around.
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 Lipid 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.
Lipid Panel costs between $102 and $281 at 10 facilities near Arlington, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $104.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fauquier Hospital | $102 | $256 | 3/5 | 62.0% | For-profit | 0.5 mi |
| Inova Fair Oaks HospitalInova Health System | $145 | $290 | 5/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 11.8 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $145 | $290 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $145 | $290 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 5.8 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $145 | $290 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 5.8 mi |
| Dominion HospitalHCA Virginia | $281 | $281 | — | — | For-profit | 11.5 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | — | $848 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Novant Prince William Medical CenterNovant Health | — | $1,358 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Stonesprings Hospital Center | — | $1,074 | 3/5 | 76.0% | For-profit | 0.5 mi |
| Reston Hospital CenterHCA Virginia | — | $1,074 | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
Common questions
How much does Lipid Panel cost in Arlington, VA?
Lipid Panel costs between $102 and $281 at 10 facilities near Arlington, Virginia. The median price is $145. The Virginia statewide average is $104.
Which hospital is cheapest for Lipid Panel near Arlington?
Fauquier Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $102. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 62.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Arlington, the lowest-priced facility (Fauquier Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Reston Hospital Center) 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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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →