Procedures
Brain fluid tap through existing opening, without injection cost in Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin
From 15 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Wisconsin.
Nationwide typical: $1,054 (most listed prices $211–$3,214).
Cheapest in Wisconsin
- Aurora Baycare Medical CenterBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$605
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aurora Baycare Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Aurora Medical Center GraftonBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$605
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aurora Medical Center Grafton price file · checked Oct 2026 - Aurora Medical Center Sheboygan CountyBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$605
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aurora Medical Center Sheboygan County price file · checked Oct 2026 - Aurora Medical Center SummitBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$605
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aurora Medical Center Summit price file · checked Oct 2026 - Aurora Sinai Medical Center of Aurora Health Care MetroBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionFacility fee only$605
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aurora Sinai Medical Center of Aurora Health Care price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System BarronBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionDoctor fee only$990
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Barron price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System BloomerBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionDoctor fee only$990
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Bloomer price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System MenomonieBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionDoctor fee only$990
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Menomonie price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System OsseoBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionDoctor fee only$990
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Osseo price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System Eau ClaireBrain fluid tap through existing opening, without injectionDoctor fee only$990Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Eau Claire price file · checked Oct 2026
- $1,338
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University Hospital 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.