CK-MB heart enzyme test Cost by Hospital

CK-MB heart enzyme test is a laboratory test. Prices are from 2167 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$84median cash price · 2167 hospitals, 52 statestypically $20–$258 depending on the hospital
≈ 7.3× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$144
Cash / self-pay
$84
Insurer-negotiated
$22
Medicare pays
$12
$20$258
Median cash $84  ·  Medicare $12  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
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Typical cash price here is $84 — about 7.3× the Medicare rate ($12). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($23).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $144 list price could save about $60 (42%).

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Rough estimate from this procedure’s median insurer-negotiated rate. Your actual cost depends on your plan — confirm with your insurer.

Lowest cash prices

HospitalLocationCashInsurerCMS ratingER waitReadmit
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Newark, NJ $13 $6 ★ 2/5 176 min —
Clara Maass Medical Center Belleville, NJ $13 $6 ★ 3/5 142 min —
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Rahway Rahway, NJ $13 $6 ★ 4/5 114 min —
Trinitas Regional Medical Center Elizabeth, NJ $13 $6 ★ 3/5 209 min —
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick, NJ $13 $6 ★ 2/5 206 min —
Community Medical Center Toms River, NJ $13 $6 ★ 1/5 180 min —
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital-Somerset Somerville, NJ $13 $6 ★ 3/5 188 min —
Jersey City Medical Center Jersey City, NJ $13 $6 ★ 3/5 187 min —
Monmouth Medical Center Long Branch, NJ $13 $6 ★ 3/5 136 min —
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Livingston, NJ $13 $6 ★ 3/5 129 min —
Monmouth Medical Center-Southern Campus Lakewood, NJ $13 $6 ★ 3/5 141 min —
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Hamilton Hamilton, NJ $13 $6 ★ 4/5 172 min —
University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston Galveston, TX $13 $12 ★ 3/5 190 min —
Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute Harrisburg, PA $13 $28 — — —
Banner Ocotillo Medical Center Chandler, AZ $13 $16 ★ 3/5 180 min —
Shore Medical Center Somers Point, NJ $13 $12 ★ 3/5 148 min —
Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Montclair, NJ $13 $99 ★ 4/5 229 min —
Jefferson Stratford Hospital Stratford, NJ $13 $12 ★ 2/5 215 min —
Centrastate Medical Center Freehold, NJ $13 $12 ★ 4/5 219 min —
The University Hospital Newark, NJ $13 $26 ★ 1/5 307 min —
Jefferson Lansdale Hospital Lansdale, PA $13 $12 ★ 3/5 234 min —
Jefferson Health-Northeast Philadelphia, PA $13 $12 ★ 2/5 316 min —
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Philadelphia, PA $13 $13 ★ 3/5 268 min —
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA $13 $13 ★ 3/5 236 min —
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital East Norriton, PA $13 $12 ★ 4/5 297 min —

CMS rating = overall hospital star rating (1–5); ER wait = median minutes in the emergency department; Readmit = 30-day readmission rate (lower is better) — all from Medicare’s Care Compare; “—” = not reported. Data last updated October 2026. Prices from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Prices below 15% of the median are excluded as likely partial or mis-coded charges. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.

What insurers pay for CK-MB heart enzyme test

Median in-network negotiated rate by insurer, across hospitals that publish it (cheapest first). Your actual rate depends on your specific plan and deductible. Cash / self-pay for comparison: $84; Medicare pays $12.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Amerigroup 175
$12
$8 – $45
Tricare / VA 428
$12
$11 – $82
MVP Health Care 69
$12
$8 – $79
Medicare 534
$12
$11 – $68
Medicaid 325
$12
$7 – $82
UnitedHealthcare 1493
$12
$10 – $170
Devoted Health 252
$12
$12 – $13
Harvard Pilgrim 41
$12
$12 – $68
Independent Health 49
$12
$10 – $12
Highmark 121
$12
$8 – $42
Univera 16
$12
$8 – $17
AmeriHealth 243
$12
$10 – $44
Molina Healthcare 556
$13
$10 – $72
UPMC Health Plan 99
$13
$11 – $55
Bright Health 66
$14
$12 – $25
Anthem 594
$15
$6 – $72
Geisinger 65
$16
$12 – $56
Centene / Ambetter 809
$16
$11 – $106
Oscar Health 226
$19
$12 – $60
EmblemHealth 69
$20
$8 – $66
Humana 1045
$21
$12 – $142
SelectHealth 47
$23
$12 – $128
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1269
$24
$10 – $159
Kaiser Permanente 227
$24
$10 – $201
UCare 61
$25
$12 – $142
Priority Health 35
$26
$6 – $137
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 143
$26
$12 – $292
Aetna 1384
$38
$12 – $228
Cigna 1158
$40
$11 – $182
HealthPartners 223
$42
$12 – $195
Medica 213
$42
$12 – $189
Health Net 301
$47
$12 – $419
Security Health Plan 48
$52
$12 – $120
Coventry 154
$71
$12 – $290
Sanford Health Plan 55
$83
$28 – $208
MultiPlan / PHCS network 812
$112
$38 – $443
AvMed 58
$144
$21 – $421
Healthcare Highways 51
$244
$35 – $419

Negotiated rates are from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); payer names are normalized to major brands, so a brand may span several plans. Estimates — confirm with your insurer.

Where it’s cheapest

StateMedian cash
New Jersey$15
Rhode Island$28
Tennessee$36
New York$36
Connecticut$41
Arizona$41

Prices by city

Prices by state

Doctors who perform this

Clinicians who reported the most Medicare volume for this service. This reflects Original Medicare activity only and is a volume signal, not a quality ranking.

ClinicianSpecialtyLocationMedicare services
Afshine Emrani, MDCardiologyTarzana, CA3,379
Ayman Karkoutly, M.D.Internal MedicineLubbock, TX1,115
Jordan Vaughn, M.D.Internal MedicineBirmingham, AL367
Ehab Hanna, MDInternal MedicineCrowley, TX150
Jason Pirozzolo, D.O.Family PracticeOrlando, FL81
Tara Meadows, PACPhysician AssistantLynchburg, VA80
Thomas Morrison, MDEmergency MedicineKey Largo, FL68
Justin Marin, PA-CPhysician AssistantWilmington, NC64
Bridget Mckeever, PAPhysician AssistantMiddletown, NY59
Mckinnley Conklin, PAPhysician AssistantMiddletown, NY53
Madeline Ondrak, PAPhysician AssistantHastings, NE50
Mohamad Alzein, MDInternal MedicineChicago, IL48

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Does Medicare cover CK-MB heart enzyme test?

Yes — Medicare generally covers CK-MB heart enzyme test. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $12. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $2 — unless a Medicare Advantage or supplemental (Medigap) plan covers it.

General guidance from Medicare’s national rates — your actual coverage and share depend on medical necessity, your plan, and where the service is performed. Confirm with Medicare or your plan.

About these prices

Based on prices published by 2167 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $84, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $144, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $22, a Medicare rate of about $12. Most cash prices fall between $20 and $258 — a wide spread, which is exactly why comparing hospitals pays off.

How to save

  • Ask each hospital for its cash / self-pay price — for shoppable services it is often far below the list price.
  • Compare several nearby hospitals; prices for the same service can differ severalfold.
  • Request a written estimate and the billing code (CPT/DRG) before scheduling.
  • Use the Medicare benchmark above to judge whether a quote is reasonable.
  • If you are uninsured, ask about financial assistance or prompt-pay discounts.

Frequently asked questions

How much does CK-MB heart enzyme test cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2167 US hospitals is $84. Most hospitals fall between $20 and $258. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover CK-MB heart enzyme test?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $12). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for CK-MB heart enzyme test?
Medicare pays about $12. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do CK-MB heart enzyme test prices vary between hospitals?
Hospitals set their own chargemaster and cash prices and negotiate different rates with each insurer, so two hospitals in the same area can charge very differently for the same service.
Is the cash price lower than using insurance?
Sometimes. If you are uninsured or have a high deductible, the cash/self-pay price can be lower than the insurer-negotiated rate — ask the hospital for both.

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