Surgery
Bile duct stent placement (surgical) cost in Texas
Bile duct stent placement (surgical) 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 Texas
From 30 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Texas.
Nationwide typical: $2,596 (most listed prices $693–$7,069).
Cheapest in Texas
- $617
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $675
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,070
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Chambers Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,103Source: Titus Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,132
Doctor fees are billed separately. +7 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Baylor Scott & White Emergency Medical Center - Cedar ParkBile duct stent placement (surgical)Facility fee only$2,132
Doctor fees are billed separately. +6 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Baylor Scott & White Emergency Medical Center - Ce price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $3,342
Doctor fees are billed separately. +4 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: CHRISTUS Health - West Beaumont price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3,495
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: William P Clements Jr University Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3,754
Doctor fees are billed separately. +3 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Behavioral Medicine at Renaissance price file · checked Oct 2026 - Ut Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research HospitalBile duct stent placement (surgical)Facility fee only$10,721
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ut Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research price fil · 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.