Procedures
Bile duct biopsy through the skin cost in Virginia
Bile duct biopsy through the skin is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Virginia
From 35 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Virginia.
Nationwide typical: $2,226 (most listed prices $382–$6,839).
Cheapest in Virginia
- $201
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: VCU Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $293
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $351
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $351
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UVA Health Prince William Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $352
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UVA Health Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $825
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Dickenson Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $825
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Lee County Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $841
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Johnston Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $841
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Lonesome Pine Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $841
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Russell County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $841
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Smyth County Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $863
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.