Imaging
Conventional X-ray tomography, single plane (technical + read) cost in Washington
Conventional X-ray tomography, single plane (technical + read) 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 Washington
From 36 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Washington.
Nationwide typical: $455 (most listed prices $173–$1,706).
Usually included: the scan itself (technical fee) + the radiologist's read (professional fee).
Good to know: Rarely used today. Imaging centers quote a global price, while hospitals split technical and professional billing.
Cheapest in Washington
Total price
Conventional X-ray tomography, single plane (technical + read)
The scan + the radiologist's read
How totals are compared
Every total covers the same bundle: the scan + the radiologist's read. Where a hospital does not publish a part, the typical published amount is added and the total is marked estimated.
In Washington, from 36 providers. Most listed prices: $149–$796.
Cheapest totals nearby
- $123
- Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children's Hospital$126Hospital · SpokaneEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- Jefferson County Public Hospital District No 2$130Hospital · Port TownsendEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- $61.38est. $123 total
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: TriState Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children's HospitalX-ray tomography of body section, single planeScan only$64.40est. $126 total
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Childre price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Jefferson County Public Hospital District No 2X-ray tomography of body section, single planeScan only$68est. $130 total
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Jefferson County Public Hospital District No 2 price file · checked Oct 2026 - Whidbey Island Public Hospital District,101 North Main Street Coupeville WA 98239X-ray tomography of body section, single planeScan only$78est. $140 total
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Whidbey Island Public Hospital District,101 North price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $96.80est. $159 total
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $205est. $267 total
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Swedish Issaquah price file · checked Oct 2026 - $205est. $267 total
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Swedish Medical Center - First Hill Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $205est. $267 total
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Swedish Medical Center Cherry Hill price file · checked Oct 2026 - $319
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: MultiCare Allenmore Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $319
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MultiCare Auburn Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $319
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MultiCare Covington Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $319
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
See all prices for Conventional X-ray tomography, single plane (technical + read)
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.