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Extended Cell Sample Exam By Pathologist

Washington 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 $91 · 10th to 90th $54 to $234
$50$100$200facility $91

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. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier
Kaiser Permanente
Setting
Facility
Modifier
26 · Professional part
Typical Low
$53.70
Median
$91.20
Typical High
$234.42