Procedures
Surface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 muscles cost in California
Surface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 muscles 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 50 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $317 (most listed prices $58.05–$767).
Cheapest in California
- Rady Children's Hospital-San DiegoSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$52.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego price file · checked Oct 2026 - Natividad Medical CenterSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$70
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Natividad Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Scripps Green HospitalSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$150
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Scripps Green Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Scripps Memorial Hospital EncinitasSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$150
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas price file · checked Oct 2026 - Scripps Memorial Hospital La JollaSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$150
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla price file · checked Oct 2026 - Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula VistaSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$150
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista price file · checked Oct 2026 - Scripps Mercy Hospital San DiegoSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$150
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego price file · checked Oct 2026 - Regents of the California at Irvine HospitalSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$207
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Regents of the California at Irvine Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Shasta Regional Medical CenterSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$276
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Valley Presbyterian HospitalSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$278
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Valley Presbyterian Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - University of California Davis Medical CenterSurface muscle activity test (EMG) during walking, 1-12 musclesFacility fee only$390
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of California Davis Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $400
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Source: UC San Diego Health 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.