Pulmonary function testing
Bronchial challenge test (methacholine), complete with spirometry, drug and interpretation cost in Georgia
Bronchial challenge test (methacholine), complete with spirometry, drug and interpretation 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 Georgia
From 88 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Georgia.
Nationwide typical: $625 (most listed prices $174–$1,598).
Usually included: the scan itself (technical fee) + the radiologist's read (professional fee).
Good to know: Hospital chargemasters list 95070, 94070 and J7674 as separate lines. Pulmonology offices may quote one global price.
Cheapest in Georgia
Total price
Bronchial challenge test (methacholine), complete with spirometry, drug and interpretation
The facility fee + the doctor's fee
How totals are compared
Every total covers the same bundle: the facility fee + the doctor's fee. Where a hospital does not publish a part, the typical published amount is added and the total is marked estimated.
In Georgia, from 88 providers. Most listed prices: $262–$2,500.
Cheapest totals nearby
- $87.60
- St Josephs Hospital - Savannah$87.60Hospital · SavannahEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- $100
- $28.80est. $87.60 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Candler Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St Josephs Hospital - SavannahBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$28.80est. $87.60 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St Josephs Hospital - Savannah price file · checked Oct 2026 - $42.56est. $101 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Miller County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Hospital Authority of Colquitt CountyBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$48est. $107 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $293
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Phoebe Sumter price file · checked Oct 2026 - Piedmont Columbus Regional - MidtownBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$308
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown price file · checked Oct 2026 - Piedmont Columbus Regional - NorthsideBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$308
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside price file · checked Oct 2026 - $386
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Cartersville price file · checked Oct 2026 - $386
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Macon price file · checked Oct 2026 - $386
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Macon North price file · checked Oct 2026 - Piedmont Athens RegionalBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$400
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Athens Regional price file · checked Oct 2026 - $400
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Piedmont Atlanta 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.