Updated April 2026
Skin Biopsy in Des Moines typically costs between $16 and $914, with a median of $159 across 15 hospitals. ProcedureRadar sources this data from federally mandated Machine-Readable Files (45 CFR Part 180). Prices vary by facility type, included services, and case complexity.
The price range across 15 hospitals. A narrow range means prices are consistent; a wide range means they vary significantly.
Cheapest in Des Moines
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These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.
The same outpatient procedure can cost several times more at one hospital than another in the same metro, based on cash-discount prices across our dataset. In some cases the spread is 8x or wider, and at the top of the distribution the gap can be far more extreme. We track this across more than 1,100 procedure-and-metro combinations so you can see where the spread is widest before you book.
Sorted by cheapest first. Select any hospital to see full pricing and contact info.
| Compare | Hospital | Median Price | Range | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah Medical Center | $16 | $11 to $11 | High | View File | |
| Jefferson County Health Center | $49 | $62 to $3,900 | High | View File | |
| Boone County Hospital | $59 | $33 to $85 | High | View File | |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond | $64 | $45 to $103 | Moderate | View File | |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion | $64 | $45 to $96 | Moderate | View File | |
| Mahaska Health Partnership | $68 | $68 to $68 | Low | View File | |
| Greene County Medical Center | $139 | $98 to $175 | Low | View File | |
| Virginia Gay Hospital | $159 | $70 to $209 | High | View File | |
| Spencer Municipal Hospital | $184 | $87 to $217 | Low | View File | |
| Van Diest Medical Center | $209 | $196 to $1,451 | High | View File | |
| University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics | $230 | $53 to $596 | High | View File | |
| Chi Health - Mercy Corning | $233 | $137 to $313 | High | View File | |
| Chi Health Missouri Valley | $234 | $112 to $309 | High | View File | |
| Adair County Memorial Hospital | $828 | $661 to $1,140 | High | View File | |
| Myrtue Medical Center | $914 | $299 to $1,451 | High | View File |
Before You Schedule
These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.
Call HospitalCash pay prices for skin biopsy in the Des Moines metro area range from $16 to $914 based on data from 15 hospitals reporting under federal price transparency rules. The median price is $159. Prices vary based on the type of facility, whether additional services are included, and the complexity of your specific case.
If you're paying out of pocket, call the hospital's billing department and ask for their self-pay or cash discount rate. Many hospitals offer 30-60% discounts for upfront cash payment. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate, which hospitals are required to provide under the No Surprises Act.
Pricing data sourced from federally mandated hospital Machine-Readable Files.
Disclosure required by 45 CFR Part 180.
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