Ova and parasites test cost in Salem, OH — inpatient
In Salem, OH, 1 hospital lists a cash price for stool ova and parasites exam as an inpatient: from $70.75 to $70.75, with a median of $70.75. Across Ohio, the median is $39.65 at 108 hospitals.
Cash prices at 1 facility for code 87177, as an inpatient (admitted to hospital) . Collected Sep 27, 2026; the hospital files themselves were last updated between Apr 1, 2026 and Apr 1, 2026.
Hospitals, cheapest first
| Hospital | Cash price | List price | Insurers pay | Off list | File date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Regional Medical Center Salem, OH · (330) 332-7214 SMEAR FOR PARASITES | $70.75 | $70.75 | — | — | Apr 1, 2026 source file |
Inpatient: lowest $70.75, median $70.75, highest $70.75.
As an outpatient, the same code is billed by 2 facilities here, median $39.38 — that is the price to compare if you are not being admitted.
What it is
The ova and parasites exam looks for parasites and their eggs in stool under a microscope, usually for diarrhea after travel or camping.
What the price covers
The price is usually for one sample; the collection kit is often included.