Imaging
X-ray guidance for GI stricture dilation (e.g. esophagus) cost in North Carolina
X-ray guidance for GI stricture dilation (e.g. esophagus) 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 North Carolina
From 47 hospital and 0 clinic prices in North Carolina.
Nationwide typical: $501 (most listed prices $120–$1,514).
Cheapest in North Carolina
- $27.95
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $173
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UNC Health Johnston - Smithfield price file · checked Oct 2026 - $173
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: UNC Health Johnston price file · checked Sep 2026 - University of North Carolina Hospitals at Chapel HillX-ray guidance for GI stricture dilation (e.g. esophagus)Scan only$190
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: University of North Carolina Hospitals at Chapel H price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $205
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Alamance Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $205
The radiologist read is billed separately. +3 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Annie Penn Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Duke Raleigh Hospital a Campus of Duke University HospitalX-ray guidance for GI stricture dilation (e.g. esophagus)Scan only$217
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Duke Raleigh Hospital a Campus of Duke University price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $217
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Duke Regional Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $227
The radiologist read is billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Nash Hospitals price file · checked Oct 2026 - $227
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: nashgeneralhospital price file · checked Sep 2026 - ECU Health Beaufort Hospital - a campus of ECU Health Medical CenterX-ray guidance for GI stricture dilation (e.g. esophagus)Scan only$271
The radiologist read is billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: ECU Health Beaufort Hospital - a campus of ECU Hea price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical CenterX-ray guidance for GI stricture dilation (e.g. esophagus)Scan only$274
The radiologist read is billed separately.
Source: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Ce 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.