How much does a Tissue pathology exam cost in Montana?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Montana
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $181, with most between $121 and $257 ($204 cash/self-pay). Based on 15 Montana hospitals — 56% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $294 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 15 Montana 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 Montana — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Montana?
In Montana, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $181, with most between $121 and $257, based on 15 Montana hospitals. That's 56% higher than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Montana?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Montana run around $204. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $294), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Montana hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Montana hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $294 — roughly 1.6× the $181 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 Montana?
Yes. If a Montana hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $181), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Montana hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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