Procedures
Pericardiocentesis, with imaging guidance cost in Michigan
Pericardiocentesis, with imaging guidance 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 Michigan
From 69 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Michigan.
Nationwide typical: $2,218 (most listed prices $776–$6,701).
Usually included: the scan itself (technical fee) + the radiologist's read (professional fee).
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Cheapest in Michigan
Total price
Pericardiocentesis, with imaging guidance
The facility fee + the doctor's fee
How totals are compared
Every total covers the same bundle: the facility fee + 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 Michigan, from 69 providers. Most listed prices: $621–$6,678.
Cheapest totals nearby
- $479
- $621
- $621
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow CarsonPericardiocentesis (heart sac fluid drainage), with imagingRead only$230Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Carson price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow ClintonPericardiocentesis (heart sac fluid drainage), with imagingRead only$230Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Clinton price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow EatonPericardiocentesis (heart sac fluid drainage), with imagingRead only$230Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow IoniaPericardiocentesis (heart sac fluid drainage), with imagingRead only$230Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Ionia price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow LansingPericardiocentesis (heart sac fluid drainage), with imagingRead only$230Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing price file · checked Oct 2026
- $284
- MyMichigan Medical Center GladwinPericardiocentesis (heart sac fluid drainage), with imagingRead only$300Source: MyMichigan Medical Center Gladwin price file · checked Oct 2026
- MyMichigan Medical Center SaginawPericardiocentesis (heart sac fluid drainage), with imagingRead only$300Source: MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw price file · checked Oct 2026
- $300Source: MyMichigan Medical Center Sault price file · checked Oct 2026
- MyMichigan Medical Center StandishPericardiocentesis (heart sac fluid drainage), with imagingRead only$300Source: MyMichigan Medical Center Standish price file · checked Oct 2026
- $300Source: MyMichigan Medical Center Tawas price file · checked Oct 2026
- $312
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
See all prices for Pericardiocentesis, with imaging guidance
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.