Skin biopsy Cost by Hospital

Skin biopsy is a surgical procedure. Prices are from 2119 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$383median cash price · 2119 hospitals, 52 statestypically $149–$998 depending on the hospital
≈ 3.2× Medicare · On the higher sideFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$646
Cash / self-pay
$383
Insurer-negotiated
$425
Medicare pays
$121
$149$998
Median cash $383  ·  Medicare $121  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $383 — about 3.2× the Medicare rate ($121). On the higher side. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($242).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $646 list price could save about $262 (41%).

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Rough estimate from this procedure’s median insurer-negotiated rate. Your actual cost depends on your plan — confirm with your insurer.

Lowest cash prices

HospitalLocationCashInsurerCMS ratingER waitReadmit
Cox Monett Hospital Monett, MO $58 $1,644 ★ 3/5 152 min 15.1%
Little Falls Hospital Little Falls, NY $58 $72 ★ 2/5 110 min 15.7%
Aurelia Osborn Fox Memorial Hospital Oneonta, NY $59 $252 ★ 3/5 123 min 15.2%
North Runnels Hospital Winters, TX $60 $64 — — 15.1%
Page Hospital Page, AZ $60 $82 — 77 min —
Mountain Lakes Medical Center Clayton, GA $61 $115 — 107 min 15.2%
Marlette Regional Hospital Marlette, MI $62 $92 — 107 min 15.0%
Beloit Health System Beloit, WI $65 $206 ★ 3/5 122 min 15.5%
Henry County Hospital, Inc Napoleon, OH $66 $88 ★ 2/5 105 min 15.1%
St Luke Community Hospital Ronan, MT $66 $100 — 110 min 15.1%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, Inc. Jonesboro, AR $70 $552 ★ 3/5 128 min 15.3%
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Crittenden, Inc West Memphis, AR $70 $552 — 147 min 14.7%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Union County New Albany, MS $70 $552 ★ 4/5 144 min 14.1%
Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms Oxford, MS $70 $552 ★ 4/5 153 min 16.2%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville Booneville, MS $70 $552 ★ 3/5 106 min 14.4%
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center Jackson, MS $70 $552 ★ 2/5 213 min 16.1%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS $70 $552 ★ 3/5 255 min 15.7%
Baptist Medical Center-Yazoo Yazoo City, MS $70 $552 — 86 min 15.1%
Baptist Medical Center-Leake Carthage, MS $70 $552 ★ 2/5 94 min 15.1%
Baptist Medical Center Attala Kosciusko, MS $70 $552 — 73 min 15.3%
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County Huntingdon, TN $70 $552 ★ 4/5 118 min 15.1%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, TN $70 $552 ★ 3/5 174 min 15.4%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton Covington, TN $70 $552 ★ 3/5 149 min 17.0%
Grafton City Hospital, Inc Grafton, WV $70 $79 — 66 min —
O'connor Hospital Delhi, NY $72 $134 — 88 min 14.7%

CMS rating = overall hospital star rating (1–5); ER wait = median minutes in the emergency department; Readmit = 30-day readmission rate (lower is better) — all from Medicare’s Care Compare; “—” = not reported. Data last updated August 2026. Prices from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Prices below 15% of the median are excluded as likely partial or mis-coded charges. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.

What insurers pay for Skin biopsy

Median in-network negotiated rate by insurer, across hospitals that publish it (cheapest first). Your actual rate depends on your specific plan and deductible. Cash / self-pay for comparison: $383; Medicare pays $121.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Medicaid 316
$25
$15 – $321
Univera 14
$46
$31 – $109
Medicare 509
$55
$17 – $573
Amerigroup 151
$104
$67 – $767
Independent Health 33
$152
$38 – $918
Geisinger 67
$179
$47 – $1,242
AmeriHealth 202
$188
$34 – $932
Highmark 123
$189
$21 – $1,013
Tricare / VA 365
$193
$25 – $710
UCare 73
$200
$38 – $707
Priority Health 51
$202
$45 – $736
MVP Health Care 80
$240
$51 – $1,167
Harvard Pilgrim 44
$245
$114 – $811
Molina Healthcare 545
$260
$30 – $2,427
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1214
$267
$27 – $1,798
HealthPartners 241
$267
$43 – $767
Sanford Health Plan 66
$274
$46 – $609
Medica 209
$275
$69 – $1,001
Centene / Ambetter 736
$281
$21 – $1,068
Anthem 523
$380
$28 – $3,491
Devoted Health 160
$388
$130 – $695
UPMC Health Plan 97
$396
$53 – $1,101
Kaiser Permanente 215
$396
$28 – $1,359
Humana 963
$400
$44 – $2,569
Bright Health 28
$400
$183 – $871
Security Health Plan 53
$406
$88 – $1,083
UnitedHealthcare 1402
$432
$64 – $2,693
Health Net 249
$440
$45 – $1,893
Coventry 131
$443
$94 – $1,143
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 105
$457
$100 – $1,124
Aetna 1282
$503
$75 – $3,425
MultiPlan / PHCS network 696
$504
$133 – $1,413
SelectHealth 44
$615
$144 – $5,307
Cigna 1050
$704
$117 – $7,136
AvMed 60
$742
$296 – $8,971
EmblemHealth 62
$839
$205 – $12,590
Healthcare Highways 42
$2,152
$327 – $14,612
Oscar Health 178
$3,346
$169 – $6,587

Negotiated rates are from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); payer names are normalized to major brands, so a brand may span several plans. Estimates — confirm with your insurer.

Where it’s cheapest

StateMedian cash
Vermont$169
Mississippi$173
New Hampshire$179
Tennessee$186
Wisconsin$237
Arizona$238

Prices by city

Chicago, ILPhiladelphia, PAAustin, TXDallas, TXHouston, TXBaltimore, MDCincinnati, OHFort Worth, TXNew York, NYBrooklyn, NYKansas City, MOBronx, NYCharlotte, NCCleveland, OHLos Angeles, CANashville, TNPlano, TXSacramento, CAArlington, TXBirmingham, ALLittle Rock, ARMiami, FLMilwaukee, WIRochester, NY

Prices by state

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Doctors who perform this

Clinicians who reported the most Medicare volume for this service. This reflects Original Medicare activity only and is a volume signal, not a quality ranking.

ClinicianSpecialtyLocationMedicare services
Eliahou Cohen, MDDermatologyDelray Beach, FL3,802
Allison Mccormick, M.D.DermatologyAuburn, CA3,299
Gregory Houck, DODermatologyEstero, FL2,903
Jackie Tripp, M.D.DermatologyDelray Beach, FL2,819
Leslie Storey, MDDermatologyFresno, CA2,806
Craig Kornreich, M.D.DermatologyOceanside, NY2,547
Harry Saperstein, M.D.DermatologyBeverly Hills, CA2,545
Anthony Perri, MDDermatologyConroe, TX2,509
Cathy Milam, M.D.DermatologySarasota, FL2,375
Brian Feinstein, D.O.DermatologyDelray Beach, FL2,290
David Lam, MDDermatologyTarpon Springs, FL2,257
Marc Abbate, MDDermatologyWest Orange, NJ2,212

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Does Medicare cover Skin biopsy?

Yes — Medicare generally covers Skin biopsy. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $121. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $24 — unless a Medicare Advantage or supplemental (Medigap) plan covers it.

General guidance from Medicare’s national rates — your actual coverage and share depend on medical necessity, your plan, and where the service is performed. Confirm with Medicare or your plan.

About these prices

Based on prices published by 2119 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $383, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $646, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $425, a Medicare rate of about $121. Most cash prices fall between $149 and $998 — a wide spread, which is exactly why comparing hospitals pays off.

How to save

  • Ask each hospital for its cash / self-pay price — for shoppable services it is often far below the list price.
  • Compare several nearby hospitals; prices for the same service can differ severalfold.
  • Request a written estimate and the billing code (CPT/DRG) before scheduling.
  • Use the Medicare benchmark above to judge whether a quote is reasonable.
  • If you are uninsured, ask about financial assistance or prompt-pay discounts.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Skin biopsy cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2119 US hospitals is $383. Most hospitals fall between $149 and $998. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover Skin biopsy?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $121). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for Skin biopsy?
Medicare pays about $121. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do Skin biopsy prices vary between hospitals?
Hospitals set their own chargemaster and cash prices and negotiate different rates with each insurer, so two hospitals in the same area can charge very differently for the same service.
Is the cash price lower than using insurance?
Sometimes. If you are uninsured or have a high deductible, the cash/self-pay price can be lower than the insurer-negotiated rate — ask the hospital for both.

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