Basic Metabolic Panel Cost with Medicare (2026)
Blood test measuring glucose, calcium, electrolytes, and kidney function.
$25
National Avg Cost
$20
Medicare Pays
$5
Patient Pays
Laboratory
Category
Basic Metabolic Panel Cost by State
| # | State | Average Cost | Medicare Pays | Patient Pays |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $31 | $25 | $6 |
| 2 | North Carolina | $31 | $24 | $6 |
| 3 | Nevada | $30 | $24 | $6 |
| 4 | Delaware | $30 | $24 | $6 |
| 5 | Mississippi | $30 | $24 | $6 |
| 6 | South Dakota | $30 | $24 | $6 |
| 7 | Connecticut | $30 | $24 | $6 |
| 8 | New Jersey | $29 | $24 | $6 |
| 9 | Rhode Island | $29 | $24 | $6 |
| 10 | Alabama | $29 | $23 | $6 |
| 11 | Minnesota | $29 | $23 | $6 |
| 12 | Virginia | $29 | $23 | $6 |
| 13 | Illinois | $29 | $23 | $6 |
| 14 | Tennessee | $29 | $23 | $6 |
| 15 | Wisconsin | $29 | $23 | $6 |
| 16 | Kansas | $29 | $23 | $6 |
| 17 | Iowa | $28 | $23 | $6 |
| 18 | Florida | $28 | $23 | $6 |
| 19 | Massachusetts | $28 | $23 | $6 |
| 20 | Oklahoma | $28 | $23 | $6 |
| 21 | Louisiana | $28 | $22 | $6 |
| 22 | Nebraska | $28 | $22 | $6 |
| 23 | Texas | $28 | $22 | $6 |
| 24 | Montana | $28 | $22 | $6 |
| 25 | Washington | $27 | $22 | $5 |
| 26 | North Dakota | $27 | $22 | $5 |
| 27 | Maine | $27 | $21 | $5 |
| 28 | Alaska | $26 | $21 | $5 |
| 29 | Maryland | $26 | $21 | $5 |
| 30 | Oregon | $26 | $21 | $5 |
| 31 | Vermont | $25 | $20 | $5 |
| 32 | New Hampshire | $25 | $20 | $5 |
| 33 | Kentucky | $25 | $20 | $5 |
| 34 | Ohio | $24 | $19 | $5 |
| 35 | California | $24 | $19 | $5 |
| 36 | Wyoming | $23 | $19 | $5 |
| 37 | New Mexico | $23 | $19 | $5 |
| 38 | Colorado | $23 | $18 | $5 |
| 39 | Arizona | $23 | $18 | $5 |
| 40 | Georgia | $22 | $18 | $4 |
| 41 | Pennsylvania | $22 | $18 | $4 |
| 42 | West Virginia | $22 | $18 | $4 |
| 43 | Indiana | $22 | $17 | $4 |
| 44 | Michigan | $21 | $17 | $4 |
| 45 | South Carolina | $21 | $17 | $4 |
| 46 | Missouri | $20 | $16 | $4 |
| 47 | Utah | $20 | $16 | $4 |
| 48 | Hawaii | $19 | $16 | $4 |
| 49 | Arkansas | $19 | $16 | $4 |
| 50 | Idaho | $19 | $15 | $4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Basic Metabolic Panel cost with Medicare?
The national average cost for Basic Metabolic Panel is $25. Medicare typically pays $20, leaving a patient responsibility of $5.
Does Medicare cover Basic Metabolic Panel?
Yes, Medicare covers Basic Metabolic Panel. The average Medicare payment is $20 out of a total cost of $25.
What category is Basic Metabolic Panel?
Basic Metabolic Panel is classified as a lab procedure.