Procedures
Brain fluid tap through existing opening, without injection cost in Washington
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 Washington
From 20 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Washington.
Nationwide typical: $1,054 (most listed prices $211–$3,214).
Cheapest in Washington
- Legacy Salmon Creek Medical CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionDoctor fee only$196Source: Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- Astria Toppenish HospitalBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$335
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Astria Toppenish Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Whidbey Island Public Hospital District,101 North Main Street Coupeville WA 98239Brain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$622
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Whidbey Island Public Hospital District,101 North price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Kadlec Regional Medical CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$977
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Kadlec Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence St Mary Medical CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$977
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Providence St Mary Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Confluence Health HospitalBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$1,089
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Confluence Health Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Swedish Edmonds HospitalBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$1,135
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Swedish Edmonds Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,191
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Swedish Issaquah price file · checked Oct 2026 - Swedish Medical Center - First Hill CampusBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$1,191
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Swedish Medical Center - First Hill Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - Swedish Medical Center Cherry HillBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$1,191
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Swedish Medical Center Cherry Hill price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Regional Medical Center Everett - Colby CampusBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$1,230
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Providence Regional Medical Center Everett - Colby price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Fred Hutchinson Cancer CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$1,484
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Fred Hutchinson Cancer 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.