Imaging
Tear duct X-ray with contrast (dacryocystogram) cost in Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin
From 23 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Wisconsin.
Nationwide typical: $379 (most listed prices $140–$1,270).
Cheapest in Wisconsin
- $172
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Fort HealthCare price file · checked Oct 2026 - $218
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: SSM Health Monroe Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Ozaukee Campus (Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Milwaukee, Inc.)Tear duct X-ray with contrast (dacryocystogram)Scan only$258
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Ozaukee C price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Ascension Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Hospital (Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Institute, Inc.)Tear duct X-ray with contrast (dacryocystogram)Scan only$258
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Ascension Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Hospital (Sa price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $371Source: Froedtert Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $468
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Aurora Baycare Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $468
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Aurora Medical Center Grafton price file · checked Oct 2026 - $468
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Aurora Medical Center Washington County price file · checked Oct 2026 - Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center of Aurora Health Care MetroTear duct X-ray with contrast (dacryocystogram)Scan only$468
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center of Aurora Health price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $577
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: HSHS St. Vincent Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,270
The radiologist read is billed separately. +12 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Aspirus Divine Savior 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.