Skin Biopsy Punch cost in Virginia Beach, VA
Skin Biopsy Punch costs $394 to $477 cash across 6 hospitals within 25 miles of Virginia Beach.
Price range near Virginia Beach
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (4★) has the lowest price — $83 less than the most expensive option nearby.
Hospital prices near Virginia Beach
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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
A skin biopsy punch in Virginia Beach costs anywhere from $81 to $477 for cash pay—nearly a 6-fold difference across the seven facilities that publish prices. That gap is unusually wide for a straightforward procedure, which means where you go matters enormously for your bill. Before you settle on a location based on convenience alone, call the billing departments at your top two or three choices and ask for their cash price for a punch biopsy. The lowest-priced option could save you $300 or more out of pocket.
Once you have those quotes, ask each facility if they offer financial assistance or payment plans—this matters whether you're insured or self-paying. If your dermatologist referred you to a specific hospital, ask them why; sometimes they have relationships with certain facilities that may affect your experience, though price negotiation is still worth doing separately. Don't assume your insurance will cover the full amount; call your plan and ask what you'll owe after deductible and coinsurance before the procedure happens.
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 $394 at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (4-star CMS rating) and up to $477 at Chesapeake General Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia — a 1.2x difference for the same procedure across 6 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $414.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 5 of 6 hospitals near Virginia Beach (83%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $394 is below the Virginia average of $414.
Fredericksburg, VA · 93 mi away · Mary Washington Healthcare · 2★
9 insurance plans. Cheapest: Sentara Health Plan. Most expensive: UnitedHealthcare.
What else you should know
Children's hospitals
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Surgery center alternatives
These ambulatory surgery centers are near Virginia Beach. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $394 | $787 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $394 | $787 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 17.0 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $394 | $787 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 17.3 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $394 | $787 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 23.7 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $394 | $787 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $477 | $795 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 18.1 mi |
Common questions
How much does Skin Biopsy Punch cost in Virginia Beach, VA?
Skin Biopsy Punch costs between $394 and $477 at 6 facilities near Virginia Beach, Virginia. The median price is $394. The Virginia statewide average is $414.
Which hospital is cheapest for Skin Biopsy Punch near Virginia Beach?
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $394. It has a 4-star CMS quality rating and 78.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Virginia Beach, the lowest-priced facility (Sentara Princess Anne Hospital) has a 4-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) 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 →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for Skin Biopsy Punch near Virginia Beach is $84 — the difference between Sentara Princess Anne Hospital ($394) and Chesapeake General Hospital ($477).
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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 →