Procedures
Thoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imaging cost in Iowa
Thoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imaging 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 Iowa
From 22 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Iowa.
Nationwide typical: $1,338 (most listed prices $394–$3,313).
Cheapest in Iowa
- Decatur County HospitalThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingScan only$105
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Decatur County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $205
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Winneshiek price file · checked Oct 2026 - UnityPoint Health - Allen HospitalThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingScan only$218
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $239
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- Broadlawns Medical CenterThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingScan only$239
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- CHI Health Mercy Council BluffsThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingScan only$463
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs price file · checked Oct 2026 - University of Iowa Health Care Medical CenterThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingRead only$469
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Davis County HospitalThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingScan only$482
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Davis County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - UnityPoint Health - Finley HospitalThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingRead only$496Source: UnityPoint Health - Finley Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical CenterThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingRead only$496Source: UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Cent price fil · checked Oct 2026
- UnityPoint Health - Iowa Lutheran HospitalThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingRead only$496
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UnityPoint Health - Iowa Lutheran Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - UnityPoint Health - Jones Regional Medical CenterThoracic paravertebral nerve block by continuous catheter, with imagingRead only$496Source: UnityPoint Health - Jones Regional Medical Center 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.