Imaging
Cisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces) cost in North Carolina
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 North Carolina
From 35 hospital and 0 clinic prices in North Carolina.
Nationwide typical: $982 (most listed prices $322–$3,125).
Cheapest in North Carolina
- $291
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: The Outer Banks Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Duke Raleigh Hospital a Campus of Duke University HospitalCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$454
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Duke Raleigh Hospital a Campus of Duke University price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $522
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: WakeMed Cary Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - WakeMed Mental Health & Well Being Hospital - WakebrookCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$522
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: WakeMed Mental Health & Well Being Hospital - Wake price fil · checked Oct 2026 - ECU Health Beaufort Hospital - a campus of ECU Health Medical CenterCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$625
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: ECU Health Beaufort Hospital - a campus of ECU Hea price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $721
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Iredell Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Atrium Health Behavioral Health CharlotteCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$898
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Atrium Health Behavioral Health Charlotte price file · checked Oct 2026 - $898
The radiologist read is billed separately. +11 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Atrium Health Cabarrus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $898
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Atrium Health Stanly price file · checked Oct 2026 - $906
- $936
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Atrium Health Anson price file · checked Oct 2026 - $955
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Betsy Johnson 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.