Cancer care
CT guidance for radiation therapy field placement cost in California
CT guidance for radiation therapy field placement 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 California
From 116 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $762 (most listed prices $187–$2,356).
Cheapest in California
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. LawrenceCT guidance for radiation therapy field placementRead only$45.50Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. Lawrence price fil · checked Oct 2026
- $115
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: French Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $208
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Medical Center Merced price file · checked Oct 2026 - $229
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St Jude Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $260
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Bernardine Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $266
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $273
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St. Joseph's Medical Center Stockton price file · checked Oct 2026 - $284
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: El Camino Hospital (Los Gatos) price file · checked Oct 2026 - $292
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Providence Holy Cross Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $302
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Bakersfield Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $305
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospitals – Bakersfield price file · checked Oct 2026 - $333
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Community Hospital San Bernardino 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.