Imaging
Tear duct X-ray with contrast (dacryocystogram) cost in Colorado
Tear duct X-ray with contrast (dacryocystogram) 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 Colorado
From 13 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Colorado.
Nationwide typical: $379 (most listed prices $140–$1,270).
Cheapest in Colorado
- $23.53
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Rangely District Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $310
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Southwest Health System price file · checked Oct 2026 - Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical CampusTear duct X-ray with contrast (dacryocystogram)Scan only$352
The radiologist read is billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Camp price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $722
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UCHealth Greeley Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $843
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies price file · checked Oct 2026 - $843
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,059
The radiologist read is billed separately. +4 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: AdventHealth Avista price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,378
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Animas Surgical Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's at Presbyterian St. Luke'sTear duct X-ray with contrast (dacryocystogram)Scan only$1,670
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's at Presbyt price fil · 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.