Procedures
Upper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injection cost in Washington
Upper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injection 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 Washington
From 21 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Washington.
Nationwide typical: $865 (most listed prices $171–$3,875).
Cheapest in Washington
- St. Clare HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$264
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St. Clare Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Anthony HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$279
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Source: St. Anthony Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Anne HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$280
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Source: St. Anne Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Francis HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$287
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Source: St. Francis Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Joseph Medical CenterUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$303
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Source: St. Joseph Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Elizabeth HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$324
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Source: St. Elizabeth Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Astria Toppenish HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$391
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Source: Astria Toppenish Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - St. Michael Medical CenterUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$404
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Source: St. Michael Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Swedish IssaquahUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$451
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Source: Swedish Issaquah price file · checked Oct 2026 - Swedish Medical Center - First Hill CampusUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$451
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Source: Swedish Medical Center - First Hill Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - Swedish Medical Center Cherry HillUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$451
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Source: Swedish Medical Center Cherry Hill price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children's HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$1,572
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Source: Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Childre 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.