How much does a Tissue pathology exam cost in Texas?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Texas
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $184, with most between $90 and $282 ($332 cash/self-pay). Based on 390 Texas hospitals — 59% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $620 (3.4× higher).
Source: medians across 390 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Texas?
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $184, with most between $90 and $282, based on 390 Texas hospitals. That's 59% higher than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Texas?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Texas run around $332. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $620), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Texas hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Texas hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $620 — roughly 3.4× the $184 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 Texas?
Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $184), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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