COVID-19 FAQs: Insurance coverage for COVID-19 testing

8/26/2022 at 4:39 PM

Before getting a COVID-19 test, it is important that you verify and update your insurance information.
You should also confirm which testing laboratories are in-network or participating providers for your benefit plan. This information may impact your level of coverage. If you have questions about your insurance coverage, please contact your insurance provider by calling the member services phone number on the back of your insurance card or by visiting their website for additional guidance.

I do not have health insurance. What costs will I need to pay?

LVHN/LVPG does not participate with my insurance. Can I still get a COVID test at an LVHN location? What costs will I need to pay?

My insurance plan is accepted by LVHN/LVPG, but I am concerned about the out-of-pocket expense for a COVID test. What costs will I need to pay?

Q: I do not have health insurance. What costs will I need to pay?

A: Please request an estimate for the cost of the testing at the time of service.

Q: LVHN/LVPG does not participate with my insurance. Can I still get a COVID test at an LVHN location? What costs will I need to pay?

A: You can receive a COVID test at an LVHN location if you are symptomatic and are referred for testing through your provider or by the LVHN Nurse Hotline (888-402-LVHN). If you have questions about your insurance coverage, please contact your insurance provider by calling the member services phone number on the back of your insurance card or by visiting their website for additional guidance. You can also request an estimate for the cost of the testing at the time of service.

If you are asymptomatic, meaning you do not have COVID symptoms, you will likely be responsible for paying the fees associated with getting a COVID test.

Q: My insurance plan is accepted by LVHN/LVPG, but I am concerned about the out-of-pocket expense for a COVID test. What costs will I need to pay?

A: You can receive a COVID test at an LVHN location if you are symptomatic and are referred for testing through your provider or by the LVHN Nurse Hotline (888-402-LVHN). If you have questions about your insurance coverage, please contact your insurance provider by calling the member services phone number on the back of your insurance card or by visiting their website for additional guidance. You can also request an estimate for the cost of the testing at the time of service.

If you are asymptomatic, meaning you do not have COVID symptoms, you will likely be responsible for paying the fees associated with getting a COVID test.