Average Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology cost
23 hospitals in Virginia and North Carolina publish prices for this procedure. Here's what we found.
Average and range computed from cash prices each hospital publishes under the federal hospital price transparency rule (45 CFR 180.50). Insurance-negotiated rates vary by plan; see hospital pages for the per-plan rates.
How much this varies
23 hospitals across 2 states publish prices for this procedure. Because costs, quality, and insurance networks vary by market, pick your state below to see what hospitals in your area charge.
Gynecologic surgery prices vary because the same procedure can be performed through several different approaches — open abdominal, laparoscopic, vaginal, or robot-assisted — each with different facility time, equipment costs, and recovery profiles. A laparoscopic hysterectomy at one hospital might cost half of what a robot-assisted version costs at another, even though clinical outcomes are often comparable. Hospital-owned OB/GYN practices also add facility fees that independent practices do not. Before you schedule, ask your surgeon which surgical approach they recommend and why, whether a less-equipment-intensive approach would be appropriate for your situation, and request an itemized estimate covering the facility fee, surgeon fee, anesthesia, and any pathology charges.
Pricing by state
Prices vary by state. Select your state to see hospitals near you.
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Common questions
How much does pap smear liquid-based cytology cost?
Prices vary significantly by state. Pick your state below to see the range in your market. Across the 2 states we cover, 23 hospitals publish prices for this procedure. Prices also vary by insurance plan and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Which hospital is cheapest for pap smear liquid-based cytology?
The cheapest hospital depends on where you live. Prices vary significantly between markets, and most patients can't realistically travel across states for a procedure. Select your state and city above to see the lowest-priced hospitals near you.
Why do hospitals charge different prices for the same pap smear liquid-based cytology?
Hospital prices vary based on ownership type, location, negotiated insurance rates, and facility overhead. The CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule requires every hospital to publish all prices, making these differences visible for the first time.
Data compiled by HospitalCost from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026.