Cost of a Skin Biopsy Visit
in Nevada
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Nevada's growing ambulatory surgery center market in Las Vegas has increased competition among dermatology and pathology providers statewide. Skin Biopsy patients typically pay between $71.58 and $145.42 for CPT code 11102, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $85.00 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 2,500 active Skin Biopsy providers across the Silver State, patients can browse all qualified specialists in Nevada to find the most cost-effective option for their needs.
Average
$101
Median
$85
Lowest
$72
Highest
$145
Providers
2,515
19% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does skin biopsy compare to related procedures in Nevada?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joint Injection Injection into a major joint or bursa | 20610 | $35 | $63 | $140 | 2,758 |
| Abscess Drainage (I&D) Incision and drainage of abscess, simple | 10060 | $30 | $88 | $189 | 2,772 |
| Blood Draw (Venipuncture) Routine venipuncture for blood sample | 36415 | $3 | $6 | $60 | 2,821 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 11102 — Tangential biopsy of skin, single lesion). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 11102 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 11102 (Tangential biopsy of skin, single lesion), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 11102 covers: the provider's professional fee for skin biopsy. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Why Skin Biopsy Visit Costs Vary Across Nevada
Nevada's healthcare costs run approximately 8% above national averages, driven by the state's rapid population growth and concentrated urban development in Las Vegas and Reno. The Silver State's unique challenge combines California-level urban costs with rural access limitations across its vast desert geography.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Las Vegas and Reno contain the majority of Nevada's dermatologists, creating significant cost and access disparities for patients in rural counties like Nye, White Pine, and Esmeralda. Rural patients often travel 200+ miles for specialist care or pay premium rates for visiting physicians, substantially increasing total treatment costs.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned dermatology clinics affiliated with systems like Renown Health in Reno or Sunrise Health in Las Vegas typically charge 20-40% more than independent practices due to higher facility fees. Independent dermatology groups often offer more competitive pricing but may have limited evening or weekend availability.
Insurance Market Competition in Nevada
While UHC, Anthem, and Aetna dominate Nevada's market, the relatively limited insurer competition results in higher negotiated rates compared to states with more carrier options. Rural areas face even less insurer choice, with some counties having only one or two available marketplace plans affecting pricing leverage.
Physician Supply and Demand in Nevada
With over 2,500 active Skin Biopsy providers serving Nevada's growing population, supply appears adequate in urban areas but remains stretched in rural regions. This geographic maldistribution creates pricing pressure in underserved areas while fostering competition in Las Vegas and Reno metro markets.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Skin Biopsy Costs in Nevada
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Skin Biopsy visit in Nevada?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 11102)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts Range: $62 – $387 | $200 |
| 2 | Rhode Island Range: $35 – $387 | $187 |
| 3 | New Hampshire Range: $103 – $251 | $182 |
| 4 | Connecticut Range: $47 – $387 | $181 |
| 5 | Wisconsin Range: $60 – $387 | $181 |
| 6 | New York Range: $49 – $387 | $179 |
| 7 | Pennsylvania Range: $34 – $387 | $173 |
| 8 | West Virginia Range: $34 – $387 | $171 |
| 9 | Delaware Range: $33 – $387 | $169 |
| 10 | Nebraska Range: $47 – $242 | $167 |
| 11 | Maine Range: $100 – $206 | $164 |
| 12 | Wyoming Range: $53 – $307 | $150 |
| 13 | Vermont Range: $73 – $249 | $149 |
| 14 | North Dakota Range: $42 – $300 | $146 |
| 15 | Minnesota Range: $33 – $310 | $144 |
| 16 | Iowa Range: $54 – $251 | $143 |
| 17 | Utah Range: $54 – $220 | $130 |
| 18 | District of Columbia Range: $34 – $250 | $127 |
| 19 | Oregon Range: $54 – $242 | $126 |
| 20 | South Dakota Range: $38 – $242 | $123 |
| 21 | New Mexico Range: $46 – $221 | $119 |
| 22 | Illinois Range: $37 – $230 | $118 |
| 23 | Washington Range: $52 – $220 | $118 |
| 24 | Georgia Range: $39 – $219 | $117 |
| 25 | Florida Range: $33 – $229 | $115 |
| 26 | Colorado Range: $43 – $221 | $115 |
| 27 | North Carolina Range: $39 – $209 | $114 |
| 28 | California Range: $80 – $171 | $112 |
| 29 | Indiana Range: $35 – $211 | $110 |
| 30 | Michigan Range: $38 – $201 | $110 |
| 31 | New Jersey Range: $21 – $230 | $108 |
| 32 | Hawaii Range: $37 – $200 | $107 |
| 33 | Texas Range: $34 – $194 | $105 |
| 34 | Maryland Range: $34 – $203 | $104 |
| 35 | South Carolina Range: $34 – $186 | $102 |
| 36 | Nevada Range: $72 – $145 | $101 |
| 37 | Virginia Range: $30 – $193 | $101 |
| 38 | Idaho Range: $47 – $175 | $101 |
| 39 | Oklahoma Range: $32 – $187 | $99 |
| 40 | Missouri Range: $36 – $136 | $94 |
| 41 | Ohio Range: $30 – $164 | $94 |
| 42 | Louisiana Range: $31 – $170 | $94 |
| 43 | Tennessee Range: $36 – $160 | $94 |
| 44 | Kentucky Range: $50 – $144 | $91 |
| 45 | Arkansas Range: $39 – $146 | $90 |
| 46 | Kansas Range: $36 – $140 | $90 |
| 47 | Montana Range: $80 – $108 | $89 |
| 48 | Alabama Range: $31 – $152 | $88 |
| 49 | Mississippi Range: $32 – $152 | $88 |
| 50 | Alaska Range: $80 – $95 | $85 |
| 51 | Arizona Range: $32 – $132 | $78 |