Pulmonary function testing
Bronchial challenge test (methacholine), complete with spirometry, drug and interpretation cost in Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania
From 122 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Pennsylvania.
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 Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania, from 122 providers. Most listed prices: $389–$1,440.
Cheapest totals nearby
- Chan Soon Shiong Medical Center at Windber$110Hospital · WindberEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital$117Hospital · Center ValleyEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center$157Hospital · MeyersdaleEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- $20.90Source: Forbes Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $21.85Source: Allegheny Valley Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $21.85Source: Grove City Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $24.70Source: AHN Wexford Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- Chan Soon Shiong Medical Center at WindberBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$51est. $110 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Chan Soon Shiong Medical Center at Windber price file · checked Oct 2026 - Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical CenterBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$98est. $157 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Conemaugh Miners Medical CenterBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$132est. $191 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Conemaugh Miners Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health PavilionBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$546est. $344 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilio price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $367
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Conemaugh Memorial Medical CenterBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$370
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Roxborough Memorial HospitalBronchial challenge breathing test (methacholine/histamine)Facility fee only$381
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
- $398
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Pottstown Hospital 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.