Dental
Dental x-rays, full mouth series cost in Massachusetts
Dental x-rays, full mouth series 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 Massachusetts
From 1 hospital and 15 clinic prices in Massachusetts.
Nationwide typical: $177 (most listed prices $63.30–$352).
Cheapest in Massachusetts
- $43.20
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Boston Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Parker River DentalFull Mouth Series X-rays - taken every 5 years · Full mouth X-rays (FMX)Ask what's includedAddon$62
$62 additional fee per full mouth X-ray series, taken every 5 years under the Adult Plan. Requires a $526 annual membership; available only to established patients age 14 and older.
Source: parkerriverdental.net · checked Sep 2026 - Parker River DentalFull Mouth Series X-rays - taken every 3 years · Full mouth X-rays (FMX)Ask what's includedAddon$62
$62 additional fee per full mouth X-ray series, taken every 3 years under the Periodontal Maintenance Plan. Requires an $818 annual membership; available only to established patients age 14 and older.
Source: parkerriverdental.net · checked Sep 2026 - Smiles ForeverFull-mouth dental X-ray series (FMX) · Full mouth X-rays (FMX)Ask what's includedAddon$135
Available once every 5 years to adult Plan 1 ($500/year) or Plan 2 ($750/year) members. $135 is additional to membership, payable on the service date. Membership must be paid in full at enrollment and is valid for 1 year.
Source: mysmilesforever.com · checked Oct 2026 - $174
Usual Cost
Source: magnoliadentistryma.com · checked Oct 2026 - $176 per visitSource: pristinedentalwalpole.com · checked Oct 2026
- Lakeview Family DentistsFull-Mouth Dental X-rays (D0210) · Full mouth X-rays (FMX)Ask what's included$186Source: lakeviewfamilydentists.com · checked Oct 2026
- $186 per visitSource: actonfamilydentists.com · checked Oct 2026
- $186Source: actonfamilydentists.com · checked Oct 2026
- Maynard Family DentistsFull-mouth dental X-rays (D0210) · Full mouth X-rays (FMX)Ask what's included$186
Listed fee; actual price may vary by patient needs and case.
Source: maynardfamilydentists.com · checked Oct 2026 - Leominster Family DentistsFull-mouth dental X-rays (D0210) · Full mouth X-rays (FMX)Ask what's included$186
Listed fee for the full-mouth series; actual price may vary depending on patient needs and case.
Source: leominsterfamilydentists.com · checked Oct 2026 - $186 per visit
Fees may vary depending on patient needs and case.
Source: nashobafamilydentists.com · checked Oct 2026
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.