Procedures
Radioactive drug therapy injected into a joint cost in California
Radioactive drug therapy injected into a joint 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 35 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $461 (most listed prices $151–$2,363).
Cheapest in California
- $43.46
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Torrance Memorial Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $226
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ukiah Adventist Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $268
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UC San Diego Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $272
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Glendale Adventist Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $300
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Valley Presbyterian Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $500
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: County of Ventura price file · checked Oct 2026 - Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Alta Bates CampusRadioactive drug therapy injected into a jointFacility fee only$1,421
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Alta Bates Campus price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit CampusRadioactive drug therapy injected into a jointFacility fee only$1,421
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,425
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Sierra View Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,565
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Coast Plaza Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Community Hospital of Huntington ParkRadioactive drug therapy injected into a jointFacility fee only$1,565
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Community Hospital of Huntington Park price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,565
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: East Los Angeles Doctor's 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.