How much does a Tissue pathology exam cost in Illinois?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Illinois
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $163, with most between $105 and $230 ($292 cash/self-pay). Based on 108 Illinois hospitals — 41% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $481 (3× higher).
Source: medians across 108 Illinois 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 Illinois — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Illinois?
In Illinois, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $163, with most between $105 and $230, based on 108 Illinois hospitals. That's 41% higher than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Illinois?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Illinois run around $292. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $481), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Illinois hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Illinois hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $481 — roughly 3× the $163 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 Illinois?
Yes. If a Illinois hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $163), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Illinois hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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