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Eye exam, new patient, intermediate cost in Iowa
Compare cash prices for eye exam, new patient, intermediate at hospitals, clinics and other providers.
Typical cash price
In Iowa
From 25 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Iowa.
Nationwide typical: $137 (most listed prices $48.75–$321).
Cheapest in Iowa
- $74
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $82.80
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: MercyOne Genesis Davenport West Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $95.40
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Methodist Jennie Edmundson price file · checked Oct 2026 - $100
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $100
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: MercyOne Genesis DeWitt Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $153
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Waverly Health Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $166
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mary Greeley Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $169
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Boone County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $174Source: UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $174Source: UnityPoint Health - Finley Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical CenterEye exam, new patient, intermediateDoctor fee only$174Source: UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Cent price fil · checked Oct 2026
- $174
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UnityPoint Health - Iowa Lutheran Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
Common questions
Do I need a referral?
It depends on the service and the provider. Many clinics see self-pay patients directly; call ahead to check.
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.