Why do prices vary by location?

For “Why do prices vary by location”, the practical answer comes down to: Distance and radius from routing hubs; Demand and same-day scarcity; Parking, tolls, and access complexity; State and local operating requirements. Your visit still depends on address, window, and what your order or kit requires—complete paperwork speeds routing.

Common situations: Suburban commuters; Rural patients with longer routes; Employers coordinating multi-site visits. Separate the mobile collection fee from lab test charges; Speedy Sticks does not accept insurance for the visit—you pay us directly for collection.

If you’re in one of these buckets—Suburban commuters; Rural patients with longer routes; Employers coordinating multi-site visits—book with orders, ID expectations, and special handling notes spelled out. Related questions below go deeper without repeating this page.

Distance and radius from routing hubs interacts with demand and same-day scarcity—adjust one and the visit plan may change. Mobile collection is professional venipuncture where you choose, with handling aligned to your lab—not a substitute for your clinician’s orders.