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Permanent tear duct implant, each cost in Kentucky
Permanent tear duct implant, each 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 Kentucky
From 17 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Kentucky.
Nationwide typical: $125 (most listed prices $32.24–$808).
Cheapest in Kentucky
- $47.25
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Deaconess Union County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $47.25
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Henderson Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $134
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - UofL Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $255
Doctor fees are billed separately. +4 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: St. Elizabeth Healthcare Covington price file · checked Oct 2026 - $273
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - Medical Center East price file · checked Oct 2026 - $756
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UofL Health - South Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $862
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Corbin price file · checked Oct 2026 - $862
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Hardin price file · checked Oct 2026 - $862
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health La Grange price file · checked Oct 2026 - $862
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Lexington price file · checked Oct 2026 - $862
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Louisville price file · checked Oct 2026 - $862
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Baptist Health Paducah price file · checked Oct 2026
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.