Procedures
Drainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simple cost in Texas
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 Texas
From 70 hospital and 3 clinic prices in Texas.
Nationwide typical: $2,027 (most listed prices $232–$5,890).
Cheapest in Texas
- $196
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Texarkana Emergency Center & HospitalDrainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simpleFacility fee only$206
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
- $206
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $206
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $206
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $281
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Chambers Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $379
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: BMC Baytown Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $454
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ascension Providence price file · checked Oct 2026 - Golden Triangle Emergency CenterLymph node abscess drainage, simple (code 38300) · Lymph node abscess drainage, simpleAsk what's includedList price$458Source: gtec24.com · checked Sep 2026
- University Medical Center Surgical HospitalDrainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simpleFacility fee only$494
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University Medical Center Surgical Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - University Medical Center of El PasoDrainage of lymph node abscess or infection, simpleFacility fee only$494
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University Medical Center of El Paso price file · checked Oct 2026 - $547
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Memorial Medical Center 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.