Procedures
Brain fluid tap through existing opening, without injection cost in Ohio
Brain fluid tap through existing opening, without injection 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 Ohio
From 24 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Ohio.
Nationwide typical: $1,054 (most listed prices $211–$3,214).
Cheapest in Ohio
- MetroHealth System Main CampusBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$195
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: MetroHealth System Main Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - Nationwide Children's Hospital ToledoBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionDoctor fee only$349Source: Nationwide Children's Hospital Toledo price file · checked Oct 2026
- Nationwide Children's HospitalBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$360
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Nationwide Children's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - cleveland clinic main campusBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$393
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: cleveland clinic main campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - Children's Hospital Medical Center_BurnetBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionDoctor fee only$427Source: Children's Hospital Medical Center_Burnet price file · checked Oct 2026
- University Hospitals Conneaut Medical CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$667
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: University Hospitals Conneaut Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - University Hospitals Samaritan Medical CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$694
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - UH Rainbow Babies & Children's HospitalBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$833
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - University Hospitals Ahuja Medical CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$833
Doctor fees are billed separately. +7 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $836
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aultman Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Lima Memorial Health SystemBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$1,032
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Lima Memorial Health System price file · checked Oct 2026 - Firelands Regional Medical CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$1,109
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Firelands Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
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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.