How much does Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Philadelphia?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $115, with most between $102 and $122 ($58 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $982 (8.5× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $115, with most between $102 and $122, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Philadelphia run around $58. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $982), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $982 — roughly 8.5× the $115 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $115), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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