How much does a Tissue pathology exam cost in Massachusetts?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $175, with most between $96 and $219 ($274 cash/self-pay). Based on 37 Massachusetts hospitals — 51% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $324 (1.9× higher).
Source: medians across 37 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $175, with most between $96 and $219, based on 37 Massachusetts hospitals. That's 51% higher than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Massachusetts?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Massachusetts run around $274. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $324), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Massachusetts hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Massachusetts hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $324 — roughly 1.9× the $175 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 Massachusetts?
Yes. If a Massachusetts hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $175), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Massachusetts hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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