Procedures
MRI-guided breast biopsy with marker, each additional lesion cost in California
MRI-guided breast biopsy with marker, 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 132 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $1,735 (most listed prices $391–$4,583).
Cheapest in California
- California Hospital Medical CenterMRI-guided breast biopsy with marker, each additional lesionScan only$146
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: California Hospital Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Simi Valley Hospital and Health Care ServicesMRI-guided breast biopsy with marker, each additional lesionScan only$222
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Simi Valley Hospital and Health Care Services price file · checked Oct 2026 - $401
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: St Jude Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $444
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ukiah Adventist Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $453
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Bakersfield Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $458
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospitals – Bakersfield price file · checked Oct 2026 - UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San FranciscoMRI-guided breast biopsy with marker, each additional lesionScan only$471
The radiologist read is 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 - $479
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Arroyo Grande Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $551
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Enloe Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $551
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Tri-City Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $553
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: French Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $625
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Rideout Memorial Hospital 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.