Vision
Tear duct (canaliculus) repair cost in Minnesota
Tear duct (canaliculus) repair 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 Minnesota
From 25 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Minnesota.
Nationwide typical: $2,999 (most listed prices $840–$6,367).
Cheapest in Minnesota
- $333
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: CHI St. Gabriel's Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $434
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Winona Health Services price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,252Source: Hennepin Healthcare price file · checked Oct 2026
- $1,470
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Maple Grove Surgery Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,532Source: M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,250Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing price file · checked Oct 2026
- $2,446
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Fairview Bethesda Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,446
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: HealthEast St. John's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,446
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: HealthEast Woodwinds Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,446
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,446
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,519Source: Mayo Clinic Health System New Prague 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.