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Extended Cell Sample Exam By Pathologist

California rates for HCPCS 88162

A pathologist's detailed study of loose cells - not an intact piece of tissue - that have been spread onto slides from a sample such as a fluid, a brushing or a scraping. This is the fuller version of that review, using extra slides or additional stains because a routine look was not enough to reach an answer.

Rates data updated July 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $240 · 10th to 90th $240 to $240Professionalmedian $45 · 10th to 90th $35 to $66
$50$100$200facility $240professional $45

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Each curve is scaled to its own total: facility and professional rates are different services, shown together to compare where they cluster. Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier
Contra Costa Health
Setting
Professional
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$38.90
Median
$43.65
Typical High
$58.88
Kaiser Permanente
Setting
Professional
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$34.67
Median
$50.12
Typical High
$66.07
Lucent Health
Setting
Facility
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$239.88
Median
$239.88
Typical High
$239.88