Microscopic genetic analysis of nerve tissue
Medicare pricing data for 97 providers across 20 states
Prices vary significantly by location — from $116 in Alabama to $257 in New York. Where you get this procedure matters more than almost any other factor. Note: These costs reflect the Medicare physician/supplier component. Hospital facility fees are billed separately and can be 2-5x the physician fee.
💡 What You Should Know
Microscopic genetic analysis of nerve tissue (HCPCS code 88356) is a medical procedure billed to Medicare. The average Medicare-allowed cost is $207.39, but hospitals typically charge $482.07 — a 2.3x markup. Prices vary significantly by state and provider.
🏷️ Typical Out-of-Pocket Cost
Medicare patients typically pay about 20% of the allowed amount as coinsurance. Based on the average allowed cost of $207.39, your out-of-pocket cost would be approximately $41.48. Actual costs depend on your specific plan, deductible, and whether you've met your annual out-of-pocket maximum.
What Hospitals Charge vs. What Medicare Pays
Hospitals charge 2.3x more than what Medicare allows for this procedure. Medicare actually pays $165.22 on average.
Cost by State
Medicare-allowed amounts vary significantly by state
| State | Allowed Cost | Hospital Charge | Providers | Services | vs. National |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $257 | $778 | 9 | 3,750 | +23.8% |
| Georgia | $227 | $329 | 4 | 2,219 | +9.6% |
| Utah | $221 | $455 | 8 | 290 | +6.4% |
| South Carolina | $218 | $232 | 1 | 22 | +5.3% |
| Indiana | $218 | $242 | 1 | 53 | +5.2% |
| Tennessee | $216 | $510 | 2 | 38 | +4.2% |
| Texas | $211 | $963 | 9 | 2,446 | +1.8% |
| Arkansas | $210 | $431 | 1 | 871 | +1.4% |
| California | $208 | $411 | 4 | 156 | +0.4% |
| Missouri | $205 | $896 | 1 | 60 | -1.4% |
| Minnesota | $204 | $724 | 2 | 132 | -1.8% |
| Arizona | $194 | $338 | 11 | 13,308 | -6.6% |
| North Carolina | $186 | $355 | 2 | 86 | -10.5% |
| Maryland | $177 | $647 | 5 | 499 | -14.8% |
| Florida | $147 | $319 | 6 | 321 | -29.2% |
| Massachusetts | $129 | $453 | 10 | 80 | -37.7% |
| Pennsylvania | $123 | $526 | 1 | 51 | -40.7% |
| Nevada | $120 | $201 | 1 | 111 | -42.2% |
| Kansas | $119 | $317 | 2 | 17 | -42.5% |
| Alabama | $116 | $340 | 3 | 44 | -43.9% |
⚠️ Important: These costs reflect the Medicare physician/supplier component. Hospital facility fees may be billed separately. Total out-of-pocket costs may be higher.
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