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Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object cost in California

Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object 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

$744Typical
$403 – $2,033Most listed prices

From 22 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.

Nationwide typical: $1,452 (most listed prices $503–$4,215).

Cheapest in California

  1. University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. Lawrence
    Hospital
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Doctor fee only
    $155
  2. Lodi Memorial Hospital Association Inc
    Hospital · Lodi, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $185

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  3. San Joaquin Community Hospital
    Hospital · Bakersfield, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $397

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  4. Sonora Community Hospital
    Hospital · Sonora, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $450

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  5. Adventist Health Tulare
    Hospital · Tulare, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $503

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  6. Hanford Community Hospital
    Hospital · Hanford, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $503

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  7. Reedley Community Hospital
    Hospital · Reedley, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $503

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  8. Ukiah Adventist Hospital
    Hospital · Ukiah, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $530

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  9. Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital
    Hospital · Marina del Rey, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $656

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  10. Mountains Community Hospital
    Hospital · Lake Arrowhead, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $696

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  11. Adventist Health Medical Center Tehachapi
    Hospital · Tehachapi, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $715

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

  12. Valley Presbyterian Hospital
    Hospital · Van Nuys, CA
    Open stomach incision to explore or remove foreign object
    Facility fee only
    $774

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

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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.