How much does hepatitis C antibody test cost?

Medicare's 2026 national price for hepatitis C antibody test is $14 at independent lab. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.

As a covered preventive screening, it is usually $0 to the patient with Medicare and most private plans. If it's done for a symptom, or something is found and treated, normal cost-sharing can apply.

These are Medicare's payment rates, a public benchmark for a fair price. What you pay depends on your insurance, deductible and the provider. Ask for a written estimate before you book; if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate.