Pathology Services
Oral Pathology services
The College of Dentistry biopsy service began in 1980 and was provided by Drs. William H. Binnie, E James Cundiff, and John M Wright. The biopsy service today is one of the largest databases of oral pathology in the world and serves as a vital research resource for the faculty and provides opportunities to collaborate with colleagues worldwide to investigate various aspects of head and neck pathology. Additionally, it provides extensive experience in surgical pathology for the residents training in oral and maxillofacial pathology where it offers the department a competitive advantage in the recruitment of residents.
About Oral Pathology Services
Dr. Victoria Woo, Dr. Leticia Ferreira Cabido, Dr. Madhu Shrestha and Dr. John Wright are all board-certified and Dr. Wright is a past president of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. Dr. Woo and Dr. Wright were invited by the World Health Organization to serve on the Expert Panel who produced the current 2022 WHO Classification of Head and Neck Tumors.
Our Services
- Processing and interpretation of biopsy specimens
- Access to oral pathologists for clinical/radiologic consultations
- One day turn around after receipt of specimens
- Free FedEx Express shipping
- Free mailing of specimens
Request Oral Pathology services
The Department of Pathology provides an oral histopathology service for clinicians. The biopsy service processes over 8,000 cases annually. Most specimens are received by mail and diagnoses are faxed within 24 hours of the specimen being received. Our pathologists are available to discuss the diagnosis if needed.
Request a Biopsy Kit
OPS provides free biopsy kits and pays for their return. Biopsy kits can be obtained by calling (214) 828-8111 or emailing oralpath@tamu.edu.
Specimen Request
Please download form to complete and mail it with your specimen.
What Patients Need To Know
Call Napa & Associates at (800) 516-2508The fee for the biopsy you recently had has two parts: the doctor who performed your biopsy charges a fee for surgically removing or sampling your lesion, and there is a pathology fee for the microscopic interpretation of that specimen.
Oral Pathology Experertise
Oral Pathologists are the only dental/pathology specialists with specific training in oral pathology. Their specialty training allows them to provide the greatest expertise and experience when interpreting biopsies from the oral regions. While general pathologists can legally provide this service, they are not specifically trained to do so. Your doctor’s decision to have an oral pathologist interpret your biopsy demonstrates their understanding and commitment that you, his/her patient, receive the highest quality of care available.
Billing through your provider
Because of the federal "No Surprise Act", your doctor should have discussed with you the fee for your pathology interpretation. Depending on what was chosen, you may or may not receive a separate invoice for pathology services. If so instructed, we can also directly bill Medicaid, Medicare as well as both medical and dental insurance. We participate in the Medicare reimbursement program and agree to accept only the Medicare fee schedule for your service. We do not contract with any medical insurance companies, but we can file medical insurance claims and receive out of network payment.
Billing Contact
We contract with Napa and Associates in Illinois for billing. Please contact Napa with any questions about your pathology bill.
Meet Our Pathologists
We sincerely appreciate and take seriously the trust you have placed in us to provide anatomic pathology interpretation for your patients.
Leticia Ferreira Cabido, DDS, MS
Clinical Associate Professor Department of Diagnostic Sciences
Madhu Shrestha, PhD, MS, MDS, BDS
Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Diagnostic Sciences
Victoria L. Woo, DDS
Director of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Advanced Education Program Clinical Professor Department of Diagnostic Sciences