Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, using computer-assisted technology
Medicare pricing data for 2,151 providers across 48 states
Prices vary significantly by location — from $39 in West Virginia to $81 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 tumor, using computer-assisted technology (HCPCS code 88361) is a medical procedure billed to Medicare. The average Medicare-allowed cost is $64.54, but hospitals typically charge $291.78 — a 4.5x 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 $64.54, your out-of-pocket cost would be approximately $12.91. 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 4.5x more than what Medicare allows for this procedure. Medicare actually pays $51.28 on average.
Cost by State
Medicare-allowed amounts vary significantly by state
| State | Allowed Cost | Hospital Charge | Providers | Services | vs. National |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $81 | $423 | 37 | 69,176 | +25.1% |
| California | $67 | $155 | 188 | 22,202 | +3.7% |
| North Dakota | $66 | $148 | 2 | 284 | +2.1% |
| Texas | $65 | $221 | 185 | 7,111 | +1.5% |
| New Jersey | $61 | $224 | 25 | 1,172 | -4.9% |
| Alaska | $60 | $445 | 2 | 26 | -7.2% |
| Florida | $56 | $179 | 115 | 9,592 | -13.0% |
| North Carolina | $55 | $220 | 71 | 2,721 | -14.0% |
| Arizona | $55 | $140 | 68 | 4,214 | -15.2% |
| Colorado | $52 | $170 | 43 | 870 | -20.0% |
| Minnesota | $51 | $320 | 112 | 1,664 | -20.4% |
| Washington | $51 | $213 | 85 | 1,083 | -21.5% |
| Arkansas | $50 | $219 | 43 | 1,723 | -22.0% |
| Tennessee | $50 | $178 | 58 | 2,215 | -22.6% |
| Massachusetts | $50 | $215 | 24 | 445 | -22.8% |
| Utah | $48 | $215 | 47 | 1,781 | -25.6% |
| Virginia | $48 | $232 | 40 | 668 | -25.8% |
| Mississippi | $48 | $168 | 22 | 1,363 | -26.0% |
| South Dakota | $48 | $224 | 3 | 568 | -26.1% |
| Indiana | $47 | $212 | 34 | 2,436 | -26.8% |
| Nebraska | $46 | $192 | 16 | 560 | -28.2% |
| New Mexico | $45 | $130 | 4 | 129 | -29.7% |
| Maryland | $44 | $153 | 55 | 2,048 | -31.2% |
| Connecticut | $44 | $224 | 3 | 201 | -31.3% |
| Georgia | $44 | $216 | 134 | 7,079 | -32.3% |
| New Hampshire | $44 | $186 | 12 | 401 | -32.6% |
| Louisiana | $43 | $167 | 48 | 3,667 | -32.6% |
| Delaware | $43 | $108 | 2 | 136 | -32.8% |
| Alabama | $43 | $180 | 50 | 1,310 | -32.9% |
| Iowa | $43 | $189 | 49 | 1,879 | -33.3% |
| Kansas | $43 | $202 | 57 | 2,462 | -33.3% |
| Wisconsin | $43 | $321 | 26 | 907 | -33.6% |
| Missouri | $42 | $233 | 42 | 2,491 | -34.2% |
| South Carolina | $42 | $239 | 93 | 4,791 | -34.2% |
| Wyoming | $42 | $180 | 5 | 192 | -34.5% |
| Michigan | $42 | $454 | 37 | 2,096 | -34.5% |
| Illinois | $42 | $342 | 60 | 1,719 | -34.6% |
| Rhode Island | $42 | $250 | 3 | 74 | -34.6% |
| Nevada | $42 | $195 | 15 | 181 | -34.9% |
| Pennsylvania | $42 | $203 | 75 | 1,648 | -35.2% |
| Idaho | $42 | $114 | 1 | 43 | -35.2% |
| Maine | $41 | $174 | 5 | 91 | -35.9% |
| Oklahoma | $41 | $155 | 32 | 297 | -36.2% |
| Ohio | $41 | $204 | 42 | 1,213 | -36.5% |
| Kentucky | $40 | $218 | 32 | 828 | -37.4% |
| Montana | $39 | $148 | 5 | 55 | -39.1% |
| Hawaii | $39 | $99 | 4 | 74 | -39.4% |
| West Virginia | $39 | $282 | 17 | 396 | -40.1% |
⚠️ 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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