Imaging
Video X-ray (cineradiography) cost in Washington
Video X-ray (cineradiography) 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 13 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Washington.
Nationwide typical: $264 (most listed prices $85.84–$935).
Cheapest in Washington
- Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children's HospitalVideo X-ray (cineradiography)Scan only$98.70
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Childre price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $111
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Swedish Issaquah price file · checked Oct 2026 - $111
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Swedish Medical Center - First Hill Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $111
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Swedish Medical Center Cherry Hill price file · checked Oct 2026 - $298
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Prosser Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $368
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Central Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $370
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Virginia Mason Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $372
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Kadlec Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $464
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $471
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Confluence Health Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Public Hospital District No. 1 of King County, Washington dba Valley Medical CenterVideo X-ray (cineradiography)Scan only$483
The radiologist read is billed separately.
- $484
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
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.