How much does Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Virginia?
Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) · CPT 88305 · State: Virginia
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $168, with most between $137 and $226 ($200 cash/self-pay). Based on 49 Virginia hospitals — 45% higher than the national typical of $116. Hospital list charges run about $409 (2.4× higher).
Source: medians across 49 Virginia 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 Virginia — FAQs
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost in Virginia?
In Virginia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) is about $168, with most between $137 and $226, based on 49 Virginia hospitals. That's 45% higher than the national typical of $116.
How much does a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) cost without insurance in Virginia?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) in Virginia run around $200. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $409), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Virginia hospital bill for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) so high?
Virginia hospital "list" charges for a Tissue pathology exam (biopsy) run about $409 — roughly 2.4× the $168 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 Virginia?
Yes. If a Virginia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $168), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Virginia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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