Which provider is better:Empirical Health or Hims Labs Base?
Empirical Health offers better value with 44.7 biomarkers per $100 spent, making it more cost-effective for comprehensive testing.
However, the best choice depends on your specific health goals, budget, and which biomarkers are most important for your situation.
How much do Empirical Health and Hims Labs Base cost per year?
Empirical Health costs $190 per year for 1,
while Hims Labs Base costs $199 per year for 1.
The cost per test is $190
for Empirical Health and $199
for Hims Labs Base.
What biomarkers does Empirical Health test that Hims Labs Base doesn't?
Empirical Health includes 50 unique biomarkers not found in Hims Labs Base's panel.
These include Apolipoprotein B (ApoB), Lipoprotein (a), Insulin, and others.
Can I use insurance with Empirical Health or Hims Labs Base?
Both Empirical Health and Hims Labs Base are direct-to-consumer services that typically don't accept insurance.
However, you may be able to submit receipts to your insurance for reimbursement if you have out-of-network benefits,
or use HSA/FSA funds for payment. Check with your insurance provider and the testing companies for specific policies.
How often should I get blood work done?
Most health optimization experts recommend testing 2-4 times per year to establish baselines and track trends.
Empirical Health includes 1 in their annual membership,
while Hims Labs Base includes 1.
More frequent testing allows you to track the effectiveness of interventions and catch changes early.
Where can I get blood drawn for these tests?
Empirical Health uses 2200+ locations,
while Hims Labs Base uses 2500+ locations + at-home.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
