Tissue Prep for Special Testing With Live Consult

South Dakota rates for HCPCS 88388

This covers a pathologist's work in examining, dissecting, and preparing a tissue sample for specialized laboratory testing that goes beyond looking at the tissue under a microscope, such as genetic or specialized cell-based analysis. This version includes the pathologist providing real-time consultation to the surgical team while the patient is still in the operating room. This helps guide decisions during the surgery based on the tissue findings.

Rates data updated October 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $78 · 10th to 90th $78 to $78Professionalmedian $78 · 10th to 90th $47 to $234

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier	Facility/Professional	Modifier	Typical Low	Median	Typical High
Cigna Setting Facility Modifier None Typical Low $77.62 Median $77.62 Typical High $77.62	Facility	None	$77.62	$77.62	$77.62
Cigna Setting Professional Modifier None Typical Low $46.77 Median $66.07 Typical High $97.72	Professional	None	$46.77	$66.07	$97.72
Medica Setting Professional Modifier None Typical Low $234.42 Median $234.42 Typical High $234.42	Professional	None	$234.42	$234.42	$234.42