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

Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: New York

In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $132, with most between $81 and $174 ($206 cash/self-pay). Based on 138 New York hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $324 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$132
New York · $81–$174
Cash / self-pay
$206
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$324
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 138 New York 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 New York — FAQs

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

In New York, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $132, with most between $81 and $174, based on 138 New York hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $116.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in New York run around $206. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $324), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

New York hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $324 — roughly 2.5× the $132 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 New York?

Yes. If a New York hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $132), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real New York hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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