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

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

In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $144, with most between $92 and $192 ($218 cash/self-pay). Based on 98 Ohio hospitals — 24% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $338 (2.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$144
Ohio · $92–$192
Cash / self-pay
$218
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$338
2.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 98 Ohio 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 Ohio — FAQs

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

In Ohio, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $144, with most between $92 and $192, based on 98 Ohio hospitals. That's 24% higher than the national typical of $116.

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

Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Ohio run around $218. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $338), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

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

Ohio hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $338 — roughly 2.3× the $144 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 Ohio?

Yes. If a Ohio hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $144), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Ohio hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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