Pathologists are the doctors’ doctors. We diagnose your condition, so your clinician can personalize your treatment
A pathologist is a trained physician in the diagnosis of condition under the microscope. The diagnosis, sometimes, is not the end of what we do. It is often the beginning of more workup that leads to personalized care that has the potential of cure
Your doctor is your first stop
Pathology results are generally communicated through the physician or clinician who ordered the test. That clinician can explain your results in the context of your symptoms, procedure, imaging findings, and treatment plan.
If you have questions regarding a pathology report, please contact the physician who ordered your test or procedure.
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Medical records
Pathology report requests are typically coordinated through the hospital or ordering physician.
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Billing support
For patient billing services, call 866-220-0901 or use the secure MRA Pay portal, operated by our billing partner MedReceivables Advisor Healthcare.
Many service lines
Surgical Pathology
Diagnostic interpretation of biopsies, resections, and surgical specimens with clear, clinically useful reporting.
Cytopathology
Evaluation of cytology specimens and fine needle aspiration material with correlation to clinical findings.
Frozen Section Consultation / Rapid Onsite Evaluation (ROSE)
Intraoperative pathology consultation for surgical and endoscopy teams when immediate diagnostic guidance is needed.
Breast Pathology
Focused diagnostic support for breast biopsies, surgical specimens, staging, and clinically relevant reporting.
Clinical Pathology Consultation
Our expert consultants provide academic-quality consultations to clinical colleagues in multiple disciplines such as microbiology, blood bank and transfusion medicine.
Dermatopathology
Skin biopsy pathology and skin cancer pathology support with dermatopathology expertise.
Gastrointestinal Pathology
Support for endoscopy, biopsy, inflammatory, neoplastic, and surgical GI pathology workflows.
Genitourinary Pathology
Diagnostic evaluation of specimens from kidney, ureter, bladder, prostate and urethra using routine and ancillary testing approaches.
Gynecologic Pathology
Diagnostic services for gynecologic biopsies and surgical specimens with attention to clinical context.
Infectious Disease Pathology
Diagnostic interpretation of infectious disease conditions by employing routine and specialized staining, as well as routine and PCR-based identification of microorganisms, by also correlating with clinical presentation and serological testing.
Hematopathology
Comprehensive review and diagnostic evaluation of peripheral blood smears, bone marrow specimens and lymphoid tissues employing routine staining, flow cytometry and molecular testing (PCR and NGS) technologies to arrive at the most advanced diagnosis and classification of hematologic and lymphoid disorders and neoplasms.
Lung Pathology
Diagnostic assessment of non-neoplastic and neoplastic pulmonary conditions and tumors (respectively) by the use of routine stains, immunohistochemical and molecular testing
Neuropathology
Integrated diagnostic approach (routine staining, IHC and molecular testing) of primary brain tumors
Renal Pathology
The use of electron microscopy, immunofluorescence and special stains to diagnose medical renal conditions
Tumor Biomarker Testing
Nationally and internationally-recognized expertise in cancer biomarker interpretation and reporting support for oncology decision-making and personalized cancer care. Our AI-assisted modules fine tune our approach and link patients in community cancer centers to potential breakthrough clinical trials.
Tumor Board Participation
Multidisciplinary case review and pathology input for cancer diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning, performed by local and remote sub speciality pathologists.
Consultation services at the academic level
Accessible physician consultation for referring pathologists, surgeons, oncologists, and hospital care teams.
Digital Pathology
Our pathologists verifiably have the longest track record in digital pathology and image analysis adoption in the US, since 2007. We employ advanced digital slide imaging, enterprise image management, image analysis support, and AI-driven workflow tools that enhance collaboration, subspecialty consultation, and modern pathology operations.
Hospital-Based Pathology
Coverage and operational alignment for hospital surgical, inpatient, outpatient, and quality programs.
Common questions
Understanding pathology
What is a pathologist?
A pathologist is a physician who specializes in diagnosing disease by examining tissue, cells, blood, and other laboratory specimens. Pathologists work behind the scenes with your healthcare team to help determine diagnoses and guide treatment decisions.
Will I receive my results directly from NextGen Pathology?
Pathology results are generally communicated through the physician or clinician who ordered your test or procedure. That provider can explain your results in the context of your symptoms, medical history, imaging findings, and treatment plan.
I have questions about my pathology report. Who should I contact?
Questions regarding pathology findings should be directed to the physician who ordered your test or procedure. That provider is best positioned to discuss the results and their significance for your care.
Can I contact a pathologist directly?
Pathologists typically communicate through the physician managing your care. If a physician consultation is needed, your treating provider can coordinate communication with the appropriate pathology specialist.
Medical records
How can I request a copy of my medical records?
Medical records requests should be directed to the healthcare facility or physician who ordered the pathology services.
Billing & insurance
I received a bill from NextGen Pathology. Who should I contact?
Billing and payment services are managed by MedReceivables Advisor Healthcare. For assistance with your account, billing questions, insurance processing, or payment arrangements, visit www.mrapay.com or call 866-220-0901.
Can I pay my bill online?
Yes. Online payments can be made securely through the MRA Pay portal at www.mrapay.com.
Why did I receive a separate bill for pathology?
Pathology services are often billed separately from hospital, surgical, physician, or facility charges. As a result, you may receive a separate bill for pathology services related to your care.
Does insurance cover pathology services?
Most pathology services are covered by health insurance plans. Coverage, deductibles, co-payments, and patient responsibility amounts vary by insurance provider and policy. For questions regarding a specific bill, contact MedReceivables Advisor Healthcare.