How much does a Tissue pathology exam cost in Denver?

Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · Metro area: Denver

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $130, with most between $119 and $235 ($676 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 Denver hospitals — 12% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $834 (6.4× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$130
Denver · $119$235
Cash / self-pay
$676
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$834
6.4× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 Denver 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 Denver — FAQs

How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Denver?

In Denver, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $130, with most between $119 and $235, based on 18 Denver hospitals. That's 12% higher than the national typical of $116.

How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Denver?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Denver run around $676. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $834), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Denver hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?

Denver hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $834 — roughly 6.4× the $130 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 Denver?

Yes. If a Denver hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $130), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Denver hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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