Skin Biopsy Tangential cost in Arlington, VA
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Before you schedule
If you're getting a skin biopsy in Arlington, your out-of-pocket cost could swing wildly depending on where you go — the cash prices range from $75 to over $500 for the same procedure. That's not unusual variation; that's a seven-fold difference, and it means calling ahead to ask your specific provider's cash price is genuinely worth your time. Your insurance will cover most of it, but your deductible or coinsurance could be anywhere from zero to several hundred dollars depending on your plan.
Before you schedule, call your dermatologist's billing office and ask for the cash price of a tangential skin biopsy at their facility. Then call your insurance company with that number to find out what you'll actually owe. If cost matters to you and your doctor hasn't tied you to a specific location, ask whether they can do the biopsy somewhere cheaper — six facilities offer this in your area, and the difference between the lowest and highest could cover your gas and then some.
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 Tangential?"
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 Tangential costs between $75 and $519 at 8 facilities near Arlington, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $322.
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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 | $75 | $150 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Inova Fair Oaks HospitalInova Health System | $410 | $821 | 5/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 11.8 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $410 | $821 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $410 | $821 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 5.8 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $410 | $821 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 5.8 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | $519 | $865 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.5 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 Tangential cost in Arlington, VA?
Skin Biopsy Tangential costs between $75 and $519 at 8 facilities near Arlington, Virginia. The median price is $410. The Virginia statewide average is $322.
Which hospital is cheapest for Skin Biopsy Tangential near Arlington?
Novant Prince William Medical Center has the lowest published cash price at $75. 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 →