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

Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Maine

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $167, with most between $75 and $296 ($222 cash/self-pay). Based on 11 Maine hospitals — 44% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $307 (1.8× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$167
Maine · $75–$296
Cash / self-pay
$222
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$307
1.8× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 11 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs

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

In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $167, with most between $75 and $296, based on 11 Maine hospitals. That's 44% higher than the national typical of $116.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Maine run around $222. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $307), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Maine hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $307 — roughly 1.8× the $167 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 Maine?

Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $167), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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