Skin Biopsy Punch cost in Arlington, VA
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Before you schedule
You're looking at skin biopsy punch prices in Arlington, and the range is wide — from $122 to $436 for the same procedure depending on where you go. That's a 3.6x difference, which means your choice of facility could save you over $300 out of pocket. Since this is typically a quick office procedure, geography and insurance acceptance matter more than hospital prestige here. Call the dermatology billing department at whichever clinic your doctor referred you to and ask: what's the cash price if you self-pay, and does your insurance actually cover it at that location? Some smaller dermatology offices in Arlington price much lower than hospital-based clinics.
Before you schedule, ask your doctor whether they have a preferred facility or if you can choose — many dermatologists work at multiple locations. Then call the billing number at 2–3 of those places and ask the exact cash price for a punch biopsy (not an estimate, the actual fee). If cost is tight, ask whether they offer payment plans; some do, especially for the lower-priced offices. Your procedure probably takes 15 minutes, so there's no quality trade-off for picking a cheaper option 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 Skin Biopsy Punch?"
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.
Skin Biopsy Punch costs between $122 and $436 at 9 facilities near Arlington, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $411.
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These ambulatory surgery centers are near Arlington. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Prince William Medical CenterNovant Health | $122 | $244 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | $146 | $244 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Fauquier Hospital | $262 | $654 | 3/5 | 62.0% | For-profit | 0.5 mi |
| Inova Fair Oaks HospitalInova Health System | $436 | $872 | 5/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 11.8 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $436 | $872 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $436 | $872 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 5.8 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $436 | $872 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 5.8 mi |
| Stonesprings Hospital Center | — | — | 3/5 | 76.0% | For-profit | 0.5 mi |
| Reston Hospital CenterHCA Virginia | — | — | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
Common questions
How much does Skin Biopsy Punch cost in Arlington, VA?
Skin Biopsy Punch costs between $122 and $436 at 9 facilities near Arlington, Virginia. The median price is $436. The Virginia statewide average is $411.
Which hospital is cheapest for Skin Biopsy Punch near Arlington?
Novant Prince William Medical Center has the lowest published cash price at $122. It has a 4-star CMS quality rating and 64.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Arlington, the lowest-priced facility (Novant Prince William Medical Center) has a 4-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Reston Hospital Center) has a 3-star rating.
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 →
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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 →