Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology cost in Richmond, VA
Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology costs $68 cash at 4 hospitals within 25 miles of Richmond.
Price range near Richmond
Hospital prices near Richmond
All 4 hospitals here charge $68 cash for this procedure. This usually happens when one hospital system operates most facilities in a market and publishes the same chargemaster across them. Price shopping won't save you money here — but quality, safety, and financial assistance policies vary. Compare by those instead.
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What this price typically doesn't include
Procedure codes generally cover the procedure itself. Other services that often appear on the same bill are listed under separate codes — for example:
- Anesthesia (CPT 00xxx)
- Pathology, if a sample is taken (CPT 88xxx)
- Drugs administered during the visit (J-codes)
- Facility vs. professional split — one charge from the hospital, another from the doctor
- Room and board, if the procedure is inpatient
Asking what other codes might appear on the bill is a useful follow-up so the total is not a surprise. Once you receive the bill, asking for an itemized statement listing each service code separately makes it easier to match against the disclosed prices above.
Observations about billing-code conventions. Not medical advice. Not legal advice.
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Before you schedule
Four Bon Secours hospitals charge $68 for this procedure, while Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center charges $174—a difference of $106 or 156% more. Bon Secours St Mary's Hospital, Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours Richmond Community Hospital, and Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center all offer the lowest price at $68, with the first two facilities rated 3-4 stars. A patient selecting one of the four cheaper locations over Maryview would save $106 while potentially accessing equally or better-rated care, making hospital selection a clear financial priority in this case.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology costs $68 at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center (4-star CMS rating) and up to $68 at Bon Secours Richmond Community Hospital in Richmond, Virginia — a 1.0x difference for the same procedure across 4 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $119.
About this market
Bon Secours Mercy Health operates 4 of 4 hospitals near Richmond (100%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Bon Secours Mercy Health's price of $68 is below the Virginia average of $119.
Surgery center alternatives
These ambulatory surgery centers are near Richmond. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical CenterBon Secours Mercy Health | $68 | $113 | 4/5 | 65.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Bon Secours St Francis Medical CenterBon Secours Mercy Health | $68 | $113 | 3/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Bon Secours St Marys HospitalBon Secours Mercy Health | $68 | $113 | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Bon Secours Richmond Community HospitalBon Secours Mercy Health | $68 | $113 | — | 68.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
Common questions
How much does Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology cost in Richmond, VA?
Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology costs between $68 and $68 at 4 facilities near Richmond, Virginia. The median price is $68. The Virginia statewide average is $119.
Which hospital is cheapest for Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology near Richmond?
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center has the lowest published cash price at $68. It has a 4-star CMS quality rating and 65.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Richmond, the lowest-priced facility (Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center) has a 4-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for Pap Smear Liquid-Based Cytology near Richmond is $0 — the difference between Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center ($68) and Bon Secours Richmond Community Hospital ($68).
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →