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What Medicare pays for skin biopsy in California in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.
Removing a small piece of skin for testing: tangential/shave (11102) or punch (11104).
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Questions
How much does skin biopsy cost in California?
Medicare's 2026 price for skin biopsy in California is $102–$129 at office or clinic; $118–$134 at surgery center; $553–$632 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.
Where is skin biopsy cheapest in California?
At office or clinic, from $102. Hospital outpatient runs up to $632 for the same service.
How do I find the price near me?
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