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Tear duct probing, with or without flushing cost in Minnesota
Tear duct probing, with or without flushing 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 28 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Minnesota.
Nationwide typical: $444 (most listed prices $139–$3,033).
Cheapest in Minnesota
- $90.30
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Winona Health Services price file · checked Oct 2026 - $95.25
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Stevens Community Medical Center Inc price file · checked Oct 2026 - $98.43Source: Lake Region Healthcare price file · checked Oct 2026
- $159
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $191
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Hennepin Healthcare price file · checked Oct 2026 - $285
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Sibley Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $307
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Minnesota Valley Health Center Inc. price file · checked Oct 2026 - $341
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aspirus St. Luke's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $515
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aspirus Lake View Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $597Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing price file · checked Oct 2026
- $620
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Fairview Bethesda Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $620
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: HealthEast St. John'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.