Strep throat is caused by infection with a bacterium known as Streptococcus, also called group A streptococcus. A rapid strep test involves swabbing the throat and running a test on the swab. Rapid strep tests are available at urgent care centers and doctor's offices. If positive, the doctor can then prescribe antibiotics. The average out-of-pocket cost of a rapid strep test with a doctor's visit is $187. However, the price you will pay is highly variable and depends on if you have insurance, where you are located, and whether there's a need for any additional services.
Mira offers healthcare for as low as $25 per month. Get access to low-cost lab testing, discounted prescriptions, and affordable virtual and urgent care visits! Sign up today.
The Cost of a Strep Test
Our research team contacted the top 10 urgent care centers in the United States to determine precisely how much a strep test costs at urgent care without insurance.
Urgent Care Cost
We found that the average cost of a rapid strep test without insurance is $187, including the doctor's visit.
| Urgent Care | Price |
|---|---|
| Concentra | $181 office visit, call to unique about strep symptoms/ test |
| MedExpress/ Riverside Urgent Care | NA |
| American Family Care | $125 office, $35 strep test- Total $160 |
| ProHEALTH Urgent Care | $135, including an office visit |
| ExpressCare Urgent Care | NA |
| MD Now Urgent Care | NA |
| Patient First | $299, including office visit |
| CityMD Urgent Care | $200, including office visit |
| CareNow | $154 office visit, $33 strep- $187 total |
| GoHealth Urgent Care | $120 office visit, $25 strep test- $145 total |
MinuteClinic (CVS)
At MinuteClinic, a strep test would be considered a minor illness and would cost you between $99–$139.
Walgreens
A strep test at Walgreens will typically cost $59 or more for patients with no existing health insurance.
Doctor's Office
Many factors influence the price of a strep test at a doctor's office. However, we've found the cost will range between $89- $101.
Hospital or Emergency Room
A strep test would be considered a Level 1 visit. Level 1 visits are for minor problems, such as an earache or a strep test. The average cost for a Level 1 emergency room visit is $328.
