Radiation Oncology
HDR brachytherapy, 1 channel, per fraction cost in California
HDR brachytherapy, 1 channel, per fraction 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 108 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $3,787 (most listed prices $1,231–$9,448).
Usually included: the scan itself (technical fee) + other required parts + the radiologist's read (professional fee).
Good to know: Single-channel is typical for vaginal cuff (cylinder) treatment. Compare per fraction and multiply by the number of fractions.
Cheapest in California
Total price
HDR brachytherapy, 1 channel, per fraction
The facility fee + other required parts + the doctor's fee
How totals are compared
Every total covers the same bundle: the facility fee + other required parts + the doctor's fee. Where a hospital does not publish a part, the typical published amount is added and the total is marked estimated.
In California, from 108 providers. Most listed prices: $2,056–$12,098.
Cheapest totals nearby
- Eisenhower Medical Center$438Hospital · Rancho MirageEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- St. John's Camarillo Hospital$1,129Hospital · CamarilloEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- St. John's Regional Medical Center$1,182Hospital · OxnardEstimated: adds a typical amount for unpublished parts
- Eisenhower Medical CenterHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$206est. $438 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Eisenhower Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Loma Linda University Children's HospitalHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$857
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Loma Linda University Children's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. John's Camarillo HospitalHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$471est. $1,129 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St. John's Camarillo Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Loma Linda University Medical CenterHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$1,159
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Loma Linda University Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. John's Regional Medical CenterHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$498est. $1,182 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St. John's Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San FranciscoHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelDoctor fee only$1,248
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hosp price fil · checked Oct 2026 - University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. LawrenceHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelAll-in$1,294Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. Lawrence price fil · checked Oct 2026
- St. Mary Medical CenterHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$1,409
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St. Mary Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Shasta Regional Medical CenterHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$891est. $1,541 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Valley Presbyterian HospitalHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$896est. $1,548 total
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Valley Presbyterian Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Joseph's Medical Center StocktonHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$1,638
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St. Joseph's Medical Center Stockton price file · checked Oct 2026 - Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula VistaHigh-dose-rate internal radiation (brachytherapy), 1 channelFacility fee only$1,720
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista 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.