Imaging
Cisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces) cost in Virginia
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 Virginia
From 19 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Virginia.
Nationwide typical: $982 (most listed prices $322–$3,125).
Cheapest in Virginia
- $322
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Lonesome Pine Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $427
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $427
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Sentara RMH Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $491
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $491
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - UVA Health Prince William Medical CenterCisternography X-ray with contrast (brain fluid spaces)Scan only$491
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UVA Health Prince William Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $589
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UVA Health Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $598
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
- $1,218
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Hospital for Extended Recovery price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,218
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Sentara CarePlex Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,218
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Sentara Leigh Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,218
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Sentara Norfolk General 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.