How much does PSA Prostate Screening cost?
70 hospitals publish prices for this procedure. Here's what we found.
How much this varies
70 hospitals across 2 states publish prices for this procedure. Because costs, quality, and insurance networks vary by market, pick your state below to see what hospitals in your area charge.
Lab test prices vary more than patients expect because hospital labs compete with standalone reference labs that have very different pricing models. A basic blood panel that costs $200 at a hospital might be a fraction of that at a standalone reference lab running the same test on the same equipment. Hospitals roll lab tests into their overall cost structure; reference labs sell the test directly. Insurance also covers screening tests differently from diagnostic tests, even when they're the same underlying lab — so the clinical reason your doctor ordered it affects what you pay. Before you schedule, ask whether your hospital sends labs to an outside reference lab anyway (many do), and whether you can have the test done directly at that lab instead.
Pricing by state
Prices vary by state. Select your state to see hospitals near you.
Where do you need this done?
Select your area and we'll show you every hospital's price, quality rating, and insurance rate.
Don't see your area? We're expanding to new cities. In the meantime, these prices can still help — call your hospital's billing department and ask: "What is your cash price for psa prostate screening?" Then compare it to the range above.
Common questions
How much does psa prostate screening cost?
Prices vary significantly by state. Pick your state below to see the range in your market. Across the 2 states we cover, 70 hospitals publish prices for this procedure. Prices also vary by insurance plan and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Which hospital is cheapest for psa prostate screening?
The cheapest hospital depends on where you live. Prices vary significantly between markets, and most patients can't realistically travel across states for a procedure. Select your state and city above to see the lowest-priced hospitals near you.
Why do hospitals charge different prices for the same psa prostate screening?
Hospital prices vary based on ownership type, location, negotiated insurance rates, and facility overhead. The CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule requires every hospital to publish all prices, making these differences visible for the first time.
Data compiled by HospitalCost from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026.