Imaging
Salivary gland function scan (nuclear medicine) cost in Louisiana
Salivary gland function scan (nuclear medicine) 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 Louisiana
From 14 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Louisiana.
Nationwide typical: $587 (most listed prices $179–$1,894).
Cheapest in Louisiana
- $37.20
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Franklin Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $158
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport price file · checked Oct 2026 - $162
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge price file · checked Oct 2026 - Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - St. Mary Medical CenterSalivary gland function scan (nuclear medicine)Scan only$170
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - St. Mary Medical C price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $232
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $249
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: DeSoto Regional Health System price file · checked Oct 2026 - Ochsner Medical Center - (This file encompasses multiple facilities, including OMC – Jeff Hwy, OMC – Baptist, OMC – Clearview, Ochsner Hospital for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, and OMC – West Bank Campus)Salivary gland function scan (nuclear medicine)Scan only$249
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ochsner Medical Center - (This file encompasses mu price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Ochsner Medical Center - (This file encompasses multiple facilities, including OMC – Jeff Hwy, OMC – Baptist, OMC – Clearview, Ochsner Hospital for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, and OMC – West Bank Campus)Salivary gland function scan (nuclear medicine)Scan only$249
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ochsner Medical Center - (This file encompasses mu price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $292
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $383
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $441
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $608
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Monroe Surgical 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.