Surgery
Open gallbladder removal with bile duct X-ray (cholangiogram) cost in Colorado
Open gallbladder removal with bile duct X-ray (cholangiogram) 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 Colorado
From 9 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Colorado.
Nationwide typical: $2,257 (most listed prices $591–$6,371).
Cheapest in Colorado
- $1,018
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Prowers Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Boulder Community Foothills HospitalOpen gallbladder removal with bile duct X-ray (cholangiogram)Read only$1,107Source: Boulder Community Foothills Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- Huerfano County Hospital DistrictOpen gallbladder removal with bile duct X-ray (cholangiogram)Scan only$1,897
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Huerfano County Hospital District price file · checked Oct 2026 - UCHealth Estes Valley Medical CenterOpen gallbladder removal with bile duct X-ray (cholangiogram)Read only$2,060Source: UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,384
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Montrose Regional Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,639
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mt. San Rafael Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $5,123
The radiologist read is billed separately. +2 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Middle Park Health - Fraser 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.