Browse pathologists in North Dakota.
85
Pathologists
100%
Accepting patients
78%
Most common: MD
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North Dakota has 85 licensed pathologists, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (78%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 6%.
University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences trains practitioners in the state. Notable hospitals include Sanford Medical Center Fargo, CHI St. Alexius Health Bismarck, and Altru Hospital - Grand Forks. Health systems such as Sanford Health, Essentia Health, and CHI St. Alexius Health employ many of the state's pathologists.
58% accept Medicare. Patients with North Dakota Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all pathologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, qhp-73751, qhp-57845, medicare, and qhp-37160.
Sanford Health, headquartered in the Fargo-Sioux Falls region, is one of the largest rural health systems in the United States.
North Dakota has 85 licensed pathologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of pathologists in North Dakota are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among pathologists in North Dakota include unitedhealthcare, qhp-73751, qhp-57845, medicare, and qhp-37160. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Biopsy interpretation costs $100 to $500. Complex surgical pathology runs $500 to $2,000. Molecular or genetic testing costs $300 to $5,000 or more. Actual costs in North Dakota depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Pathology charges are often included in your surgical or procedural billing. Complex molecular testing (gene panels) may require separate prior authorization. Verify that the lab processing your specimen is in-network.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. North Dakota has 85 pathologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In North Dakota, 78% hold the MD credential and 6% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
58% of pathologists in North Dakota accept Medicare. Medicare covers pathology services as part of diagnostic testing. Biopsy interpretation, lab work, and molecular testing are covered when medically indicated. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some pathologists in North Dakota accept North Dakota Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers pathology services in all states as part of medically necessary diagnostic care. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm North Dakota Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in North Dakota include unitedhealthcare, qhp-73751, qhp-57845, medicare, and qhp-37160.
Pathology services are billed as part of your medical care. Biopsy interpretation is typically covered under surgical or diagnostic benefits. Lab work is covered under your lab benefits. Second-opinion pathology reviews may have additional costs. Complex molecular testing (gene panels for cancer) requires prior authorization and can be expensive. Verify that your pathology lab is in-network.