Imaging
Throat and upper esophagus X-ray with contrast cost in Missouri
Throat and upper esophagus X-ray with contrast 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 Missouri
From 22 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Missouri.
Nationwide typical: $332 (most listed prices $106–$969).
Cheapest in Missouri
- $24.35
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Cox Barton County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $33.75Source: Mercy Pediatrics - Carthage price file · checked Oct 2026
- $33.75Source: Mercy Women's Health - Carthage price file · checked Oct 2026
- $149
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $202
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Cox Medical Center Branson price file · checked Oct 2026 - $225
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Cox Medical Center South price file · checked Oct 2026 - $270
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems price file · checked Oct 2026 - $272
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Cox Monett Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $300
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield price file · checked Oct 2026 - $300
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital St Louis price file · checked Oct 2026 - $306
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South price file · checked Oct 2026 - $328
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital St Louis 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.