CPT 88165 Pathology/Laboratory
Pap test, slides, manual screening and rescreening (the Bethesda System) Cost
Body System: General
Medicare Facility Rate
$42
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$42
Office/clinic setting
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pap test, slides, manual screening and rescreening (the Bethesda System) cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $42. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Pap test, slides, manual screening and rescreening (the Bethesda System) cost without insurance?
Without insurance, you may pay the hospital's chargemaster rate, which is often 300-500% of Medicare. Ask about cash-pay discounts — many facilities offer 20-40% off for self-pay patients. The Medicare baseline for this procedure is $42.