Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision in California
Estimated using RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios. Actual prices vary by insurer, plan, and facility.
Top Providers in California
| Provider | Medicare | Services |
|---|---|---|
| Srivastava, Sucheta M.D. | $19.85 | 1.2K |
| Unilab Corporation | $19.85 | 1.1K |
| Naini, Bita M.D. | $19.82 | 919 |
| Unilab Corporation | $19.85 | 583 |
| Laboratory Corporation Of America | $19.85 | 481 |
| Primex Clinical Laboratories Inc. | $19.85 | 451 |
| Shihabi, Nader MD | $19.85 | 212 |
| Victorio, Anthony M.D. | $19.85 | 183 |
| Laboratory Corporation Of America | $19.85 | 178 |
| Pacific Point Laboratories, Inc. | $19.85 | 162 |
| Physicians Immunodiagnostic... | $19.85 | 128 |
| Consolidated Medical Bio-Analysis... | $19.85 | 120 |
| Zlotnick, David | $19.85 | 118 |
| Sierra Pathology Laboratory Inc | $19.85 | 94 |
| Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Llc | $19.85 | 93 |
| Thousand Oaks Pathology Associates... | $19.85 | 89 |
| Antelope Valley Histology Llc | $19.85 | 40 |
| Spies, Rebecca M.D. | $19.85 | 28 |
| Scripps Health | $19.85 | 28 |
| Bioreference Health, Llc | $19.85 | 24 |
| Lai, Keith M.D. | $19.85 | 21 |
| Lang, Ursula M.D., PH.D. | $19.85 | 20 |
| Southern California Permanente... | $19.85 | 16 |
| Johnson, Rebecca M.D. | $19.85 | 13 |
| Chang, Priscilla M.D., PH.D. | $19.85 | 12 |
California Pricing in Context
In California, CPT code G0123 (Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision) carries an average Medicare payment of $19.84 — 0% above the national benchmark of $19.84. 83 providers across the state submitted claims for this procedure in 2023, performing 6.9K total services. Individual payments in CA ranged from N/A at the low end to N/A at the high end, reflecting differences in provider setting (office vs. facility), modifiers, and the specific geographic locality code applied within the state.
The average billed charge in California is $77.14, which is the figure uninsured patients would most likely encounter before any negotiation or charity discount. Medicare, by statute, only reimburses the allowed amount — the balance between billed and paid is written off under provider participation agreements. Insured patients generally pay a negotiated rate that falls between these two figures; the exact amount depends on plan design, deductible status, and in-network participation. Because California sits above the national Medicare average, commercial rates in the state may also run higher than the US median.
Using RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios for Preventive Screening procedures, the estimated commercial insurance price in California lands near $47.62, with self-pay cash prices typically around $36.09. Before scheduling, patients can request a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act, compare cash rates from hospital Machine-Readable Files, and confirm whether the provider is in-network with their specific plan. This page presents CMS reference data for informational use; it does not constitute medical or financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision cost in California?
The average Medicare payment for Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision in California is $19.84, which is 0% above the national average of $19.84. Providers in CA typically bill $77.14 for this procedure.
What does Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision cost with insurance in California?
With commercial insurance in California, Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision costs an estimated $47.62. Without insurance, the estimated cash price is $36.09. These estimates are based on RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios and vary by insurer, plan, and facility.
How many providers perform Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision in California?
83 providers in California billed Medicare for Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision in 2023, performing 6.9K total services. Medicare payments ranged from N/A to N/A depending on the provider.
Is Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision cheaper in California than the national average?
No — Screening Cytopathology, Cervical Or Vaginal (any Reporting System), Collected In Preservative Fluid, Automated Thin Layer Preparation, Screening By Cytotechnologist Under Physician Supervision costs 0% above the national average in California. The state average Medicare payment is $19.84 compared to $19.84 nationally. Factors like local cost of living, provider competition, and regional Medicare fee schedules all influence state-level pricing.
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Data from CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners (2023).
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