How much does a Tissue pathology exam cost in Connecticut?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Connecticut
In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $53, with most between $51 and $60 ($214 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Connecticut hospitals — 54% lower than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $382 (7.2× higher).
Source: medians across 18 Connecticut 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 Connecticut — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $53, with most between $51 and $60, based on 18 Connecticut hospitals. That's 54% lower than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Connecticut?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Connecticut run around $214. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $382), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Connecticut hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Connecticut hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $382 — roughly 7.2× the $53 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 Connecticut?
Yes. If a Connecticut hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $53), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Connecticut hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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