Procedures
Fine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesion cost in California
Fine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesion 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 109 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $272 (most listed prices $51.84–$1,089).
Cheapest in California
- San Joaquin Community HospitalFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$21.90
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: San Joaquin Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Ukiah Adventist HospitalFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$22.20
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ukiah Adventist Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Sonora Community HospitalFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$24.82
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Sonora Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Madera Community HospitalFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$25.80
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Madera Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $27.74
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Adventist Health Tulare price file · checked Oct 2026 - Hanford Community HospitalFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$27.74
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Hanford Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Reedley Community HospitalFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$27.74
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Reedley Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Adventist Health Medical Center TehachapiFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$39.42
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Adventist Health Medical Center Tehachapi price file · checked Oct 2026 - $43.80
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Willits Hospital Inc price file · checked Oct 2026 - Valley Presbyterian HospitalFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$56.87
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Valley Presbyterian Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San FranciscoFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionRead only$72.90
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hosp price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Adventist Health Mendocino CoastFine needle biopsy without imaging guidance, each additional lesionScan only$96.36
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Adventist Health Mendocino Coast 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.