Imaging
Complex swallowing and speech video X-ray study cost in Missouri
Complex swallowing and speech video X-ray study 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: $417 (most listed prices $132–$1,349).
Cheapest in Missouri
- Iron County Hospital District Doing Business As: Iron County Medical CenterComplex swallowing and speech video X-ray studyScan only$36
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Iron County Hospital District Doing Business As: I price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall CampusComplex swallowing and speech video X-ray studyScan only$57.60
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $77.25Source: Mercy Pediatrics - Carthage price file · checked Oct 2026
- $77.25Source: Mercy Women's Health - Carthage price file · checked Oct 2026
- $97
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Liberty Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $278
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $278
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Christian Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $278
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Missouri Baptist Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $278
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Progress West Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $315
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $326
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Shriners Children's St. Louis price file · checked Oct 2026 - $437
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital St Louis 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.