How much does Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Colorado?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Colorado
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $188, with most between $128 and $298 ($261 cash/self-pay). Based on 73 Colorado hospitals — 62% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $522 (2.8× higher).
Source: medians across 73 Colorado hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Colorado — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Colorado?
In Colorado, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $188, with most between $128 and $298, based on 73 Colorado hospitals. That's 62% higher than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Colorado?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Colorado run around $261. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $522), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Colorado hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Colorado hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $522 — roughly 2.8× the $188 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Colorado?
Yes. If a Colorado hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $188), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Colorado hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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