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Left heart catheterization for congenital heart defect cost in California
Left heart catheterization for congenital heart defect 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 65 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $6,848 (most listed prices $2,556–$13,662).
Cheapest in California
- $656
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - NorthBay Health Medical CenterLeft heart catheterization for congenital heart defectFacility fee only$753
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: NorthBay Health Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,730
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Huntington Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Loma Linda University Medical CenterLeft heart catheterization for congenital heart defectFacility fee only$2,556
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Loma Linda University Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Loma Linda University Children's HospitalLeft heart catheterization for congenital heart defectFacility fee only$3,094
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Loma Linda University Children's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - University of California Davis Medical CenterLeft heart catheterization for congenital heart defectFacility fee only$3,899
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of California Davis Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $4,170
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Valley Presbyterian Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital OaklandLeft heart catheterization for congenital heart defectFacility fee only$4,278
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland price file · checked Oct 2026 - UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San FranciscoLeft heart catheterization for congenital heart defectFacility fee only$4,633
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hosp price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $5,331
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Keck Hospital of USC price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,573
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UC San Diego Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,819
Doctor fees are billed separately. +15 more in this system at the same published price. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Baldwin Park 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.