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Extended Cell Sample Exam By Pathologist

Iowa 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 $50 · 10th to 90th $9 to $174Professionalmedian $68 · 10th to 90th $46 to $100
$10$20$50$100facility $50professional $68

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
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$9.33
Median
$43.65
Typical High
$63.10
Hally Health
Setting
Professional
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$50.12
Median
$63.10
Typical High
$79.43
Medica
Setting
Facility
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$173.78
Median
$173.78
Typical High
$173.78
Midlands
Setting
Professional
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$45.71
Median
$70.79
Typical High
$147.91