Procedures
Drainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simple cost in North Carolina
Drainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simple 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 North Carolina
From 23 hospital and 0 clinic prices in North Carolina.
Nationwide typical: $2,027 (most listed prices $232–$5,890).
Cheapest in North Carolina
- $240
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Granville Health System price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,913
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
- Atrium Health Behavioral Health CharlotteDrainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simpleFacility fee only$2,987
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Atrium Health Behavioral Health Charlotte price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,987
Doctor fees are billed separately. +11 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Atrium Health Cabarrus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,987
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Atrium Health Stanly price file · checked Oct 2026 - CaroMont Regional Medical Center - BelmontDrainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simpleFacility fee only$3,057
Doctor fees are billed separately. +2 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: CaroMont Regional Medical Center - Belmont price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3,111
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Atrium Health Anson price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3,265
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Harris Regional Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3,265
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Erlanger Western Carolina HospitalDrainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simpleFacility fee only$4,519
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Erlanger Western Carolina 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.