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Unlisted Cell Sample Examination

Montana rates for HCPCS 88199

A laboratory examination of loose cells collected from a smear, fluid or fine-needle sample for which no standard named entry exists. It is used when a pathologist performs an uncommon or newly developed analysis of a cell specimen rather than a piece of tissue. A written account of the work done accompanies the claim.

Rates data updated July 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $151 · 10th to 90th $151 to $151Professionalmedian $79 · 10th to 90th $79 to $151
$100facility $151professional $79

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
MountainHealth Co-op
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$151.36
Median
$151.36
Typical High
$151.36
MountainHealth Co-op
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$151.36
Median
$151.36
Typical High
$151.36
Providence
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$79.43
Median
$79.43
Typical High
$85.11