Imaging
Cisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces) cost in Missouri
Cisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces) 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 Missouri
From 17 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Missouri.
Nationwide typical: $982 (most listed prices $322–$3,125).
Cheapest in Missouri
- $361
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Heartland Long Term Acute Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mosaic Life Care at St Joseph Medical CenterCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$361
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mosaic Life Care at St Joseph Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - SSM Health Saint Louis University HospitalCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$614
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $705
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital St Louis price file · checked Oct 2026 - $776
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital Washington price file · checked Oct 2026 - $908
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Barnes Jewish Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. LouisCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$982
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis price file · checked Oct 2026 - SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - FentonCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$982
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton price file · checked Oct 2026 - SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint LouisCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$982
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis price file · checked Oct 2026 - SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. CharlesCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$982
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles price file · checked Oct 2026 - SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. LouisCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$982
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis price file · checked Oct 2026 - Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas CityCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$1,208
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City 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.