How much does a Tissue pathology exam cost in Missouri?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Missouri
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $65, with most between $57 and $159 ($212 cash/self-pay). Based on 64 Missouri hospitals — 44% lower than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $341 (5.2× higher).
Source: medians across 64 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Missouri?
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $65, with most between $57 and $159, based on 64 Missouri hospitals. That's 44% lower than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Missouri?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Missouri run around $212. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $341), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Missouri hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Missouri hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $341 — roughly 5.2× the $65 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 Missouri?
Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $65), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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