How much does a Tissue pathology exam cost in Oregon?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Oregon
In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $162, with most between $145 and $198 ($184 cash/self-pay). Based on 27 Oregon hospitals — 40% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $251 (1.5× higher).
Source: medians across 27 Oregon 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 Oregon — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Oregon?
In Oregon, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $162, with most between $145 and $198, based on 27 Oregon hospitals. That's 40% higher than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Oregon?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Oregon run around $184. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $251), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Oregon hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Oregon hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $251 — roughly 1.5× the $162 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 Oregon?
Yes. If a Oregon hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $162), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Oregon hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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