How much does Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Pennsylvania?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $117, with most between $80 and $196 ($229 cash/self-pay). Based on 140 Pennsylvania hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $378 (3.2× higher).
Source: medians across 140 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $117, with most between $80 and $196, based on 140 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Pennsylvania?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Pennsylvania run around $229. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $378), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Pennsylvania hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $378 — roughly 3.2× the $117 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 Pennsylvania?
Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $117), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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