Skin Biopsy Tangential cost in Chesapeake, VA
Comparing 6 hospitals within 25 miles
Price range near Chesapeake
Chesapeake General Hospital (3★) has the lowest price — $117 less than the most expensive option nearby.
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Before you schedule
You're looking at a skin biopsy in Chesapeake, and the price difference between your cheapest option and most expensive one is huge — from about $65 to $357 for the same procedure. That 5.5-fold range means your choice of facility could easily save you $250 to $300 out of pocket, which is worth the few minutes it takes to call ahead. Most of these are outpatient dermatology procedures, so you're not locked into one hospital system by necessity.
Before you book, call the billing department at whichever office your dermatologist uses and ask specifically for the cash price for your tangential skin biopsy — not the gross charges they bill insurance, just the cash discount. If cost is a major factor and your dermatologist hasn't steered you to one specific facility, ask them which Chesapeake locations they work with, then compare those cash prices directly. Check whether your insurance plan has a deductible or copay that applies, since that might matter more than the facility price depending on your coverage.
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 $240 at Chesapeake General Hospital (3-star CMS rating) and up to $357 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Chesapeake, Virginia — a 1.5x difference for the same procedure across 6 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $322.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 5 of 6 hospitals near Chesapeake (83%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $357 is above the Virginia average of $322.
Chesapeake, VA · 0 mi away · 3★
7 insurance plans. Cheapest: Aetna. Most expensive: Sentara Health Plans.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $240 | $399 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $357 | $714 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 18.1 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $357 | $714 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $357 | $714 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $357 | $714 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 18.4 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $357 | $714 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 18.1 mi |
Common questions
How much does Skin Biopsy Tangential cost in Chesapeake, VA?
Skin Biopsy Tangential costs between $240 and $357 at 6 facilities near Chesapeake, Virginia. The median price is $357. The Virginia statewide average is $322.
Which hospital is cheapest for Skin Biopsy Tangential near Chesapeake?
Chesapeake General Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $240. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 67.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Chesapeake, the lowest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital) has a 4-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 Tangential near Chesapeake is $117 — the difference between Chesapeake General Hospital ($240) and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital ($357).
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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 →