Imaging
Chest X-ray, 2 views cost in Colorado
Chest X-ray, 2 views 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 Colorado
From 14 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Colorado.
Nationwide typical: $158 (most listed prices $26–$521).
Cheapest in Colorado
- $163
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Thomas More Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $239
The radiologist read is billed separately. +2 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Middle Park Health - Fraser price file · checked Oct 2026 - $248
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Anthony Summit Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $267
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $366
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Longmont United Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $366
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: OrthoColorado Hospital at St. Anthony Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $366
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Penrose Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $366
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Anthony Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $366
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Anthony North Health Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $366
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Francis Hospital - Interquest price file · checked Oct 2026 - $366
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Francis Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $381
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center 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.