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Cornea cell imaging (specular microscopy with cell count) cost in Missouri
Cornea cell imaging (specular microscopy with cell count) 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 10 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Missouri.
Nationwide typical: $188 (most listed prices $70.20–$504).
Cheapest in Missouri
- $34.93
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $56.55
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital Joplin price file · checked Oct 2026 - $56.55
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mercy Hospital Springfield price file · checked Oct 2026 - Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall CampusCornea cell imaging (specular microscopy with cell count)Scan only$90.72
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - University of Missouri Health CareCornea cell imaging (specular microscopy with cell count)Scan only$138
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: University of Missouri Health Care price file · checked Oct 2026 - University Health Truman Medical CenterCornea cell imaging (specular microscopy with cell count)Scan only$206
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: University Health Truman Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - University Health Lakewood Medical CenterCornea cell imaging (specular microscopy with cell count)Read only$215Source: University Health Lakewood Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- University Health Truman Medical CenterCornea cell imaging (specular microscopy with cell count)Read only$215Source: University Health Truman Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $521
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Louis Childrens 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.