X-ray of the hand Cost by Hospital

X-ray of the hand is a diagnostic imaging scan. Prices are from 2361 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$270median cash price · 2361 hospitals, 52 statestypically $95–$723 depending on the hospital
≈ 7.1× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$458
Cash / self-pay
$270
Insurer-negotiated
$125
Medicare pays
$38
$95$723
Median cash $270  ·  Medicare $38  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $270 — about 7.1× the Medicare rate ($38). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($76).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $458 list price could save about $189 (41%).

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Rough estimate from this procedure’s median insurer-negotiated rate. Your actual cost depends on your plan — confirm with your insurer.

Lowest cash prices

HospitalLocationCashInsurerCMS ratingER waitReadmit
Hospital De La Concepcion San German, PR $45 $15 — — 16.2%
Coffey County Hospital Burlington, KS $45 — ★ 4/5 89 min 14.7%
Fallon Medical Complex Hospital Baker, MT $46 $59 — 92 min 15.2%
Three Rivers Hospital Brewster, WA $47 — — — 15.1%
Johnson Regional Medical Center Clarksville, AR $48 $37 ★ 4/5 144 min 15.5%
South Central Reg Med Ctr Laurel, MS $50 $91 ★ 1/5 129 min 16.9%
Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA $51 $81 ★ 4/5 168 min 16.2%
Sabine Medical Center Many, LA $51 $152 — 128 min 15.4%
Cordova Community Medical Center Cordova, AK $52 — — 127 min —
McLaren Flint Flint, MI $53 $48 ★ 2/5 186 min 16.0%
Pratt Regional Medical Center Pratt, KS $53 $77 ★ 4/5 99 min 14.2%
Seton Medical Center Harker Heights Harker Heights, TX $53 $312 ★ 4/5 174 min 16.3%
Wayne County Hospital Monticello, KY $55 — — — —
Citizens Memorial Hospital Bolivar, MO $55 $93 ★ 3/5 185 min 14.6%
Hutchinson Health Hutchinson, MN $56 $90 ★ 3/5 140 min 15.2%
Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Grand Rapids, MN $56 $89 ★ 4/5 154 min 14.4%
Coosa Valley Medical Center Sylacauga, AL $56 $88 ★ 3/5 122 min 15.1%
Ochsner American Legion Hospital Jennings, LA $57 $122 ★ 2/5 104 min 15.3%
Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia Arkadelphia, AR $58 $86 — 95 min 15.2%
King's Daughters Medical Center-Brookhaven Brookhaven, MS $58 $108 ★ 3/5 136 min 15.3%
Oklahoma Center for Orthopaedic & Multi-Sp Oklahoma City, OK $58 $92 — — 15.3%
Hospital General De Castaner Castaner, PR $59 $30 — — —
Baptist Health Medical Center Heber Springs Heber Springs, AR $59 $86 ★ 3/5 115 min 15.2%
McLaren Oakland Pontiac, MI $60 $48 ★ 2/5 106 min 15.2%
Ochsner Choctaw General Butler, AL $60 $51 — 121 min —

CMS rating = overall hospital star rating (1–5); ER wait = median minutes in the emergency department; Readmit = 30-day readmission rate (lower is better) — all from Medicare’s Care Compare; “—” = not reported. Data last updated August 2026. Prices from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Prices below 15% of the median are excluded as likely partial or mis-coded charges. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.

What insurers pay for X-ray of the hand

Median in-network negotiated rate by insurer, across hospitals that publish it (cheapest first). Your actual rate depends on your specific plan and deductible. Cash / self-pay for comparison: $270; Medicare pays $38.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Univera 16
$23
$9 – $43
Medicaid 371
$24
$7 – $95
Amerigroup 171
$42
$22 – $144
Molina Healthcare 571
$50
$17 – $232
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 158
$62
$29 – $401
Highmark 135
$66
$14 – $190
Medicare 592
$75
$9 – $125
AmeriHealth 234
$77
$15 – $256
Anthem 564
$79
$16 – $298
Tricare / VA 415
$82
$14 – $339
Geisinger 71
$85
$12 – $440
UPMC Health Plan 94
$85
$17 – $365
SelectHealth 48
$86
$27 – $469
Humana 1045
$87
$29 – $420
Devoted Health 154
$89
$63 – $178
Priority Health 63
$90
$18 – $348
Centene / Ambetter 814
$91
$18 – $336
UCare 75
$92
$20 – $307
MVP Health Care 86
$93
$9 – $365
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1312
$95
$18 – $363
UnitedHealthcare 1550
$106
$21 – $463
Harvard Pilgrim 57
$110
$22 – $417
EmblemHealth 67
$117
$13 – $275
Independent Health 37
$118
$12 – $256
Aetna 1448
$127
$28 – $597
Oscar Health 160
$128
$34 – $224
Kaiser Permanente 202
$129
$26 – $533
Bright Health 41
$135
$70 – $981
Medica 251
$136
$36 – $418
Cigna 1186
$150
$44 – $673
HealthPartners 272
$160
$20 – $587
Security Health Plan 65
$166
$36 – $402
Sanford Health Plan 76
$175
$32 – $365
Health Net 311
$222
$26 – $1,205
Coventry 167
$296
$36 – $872
Healthcare Highways 50
$338
$122 – $676
MultiPlan / PHCS network 865
$400
$61 – $1,369
AvMed 66
$579
$155 – $1,173

Negotiated rates are from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); payer names are normalized to major brands, so a brand may span several plans. Estimates — confirm with your insurer.

Where it’s cheapest

StateMedian cash
Puerto Rico$52
Rhode Island$90
Arkansas$111
Tennessee$112
New Jersey$126
Louisiana$137

Prices by city

Chicago, ILPhiladelphia, PABaltimore, MDAustin, TXDallas, TXHouston, TXNew York, NYBrooklyn, NYCincinnati, OHLos Angeles, CAOklahoma City, OKBaton Rouge, LABronx, NYCharlotte, NCCleveland, OHFort Worth, TXKansas City, MONashville, TNNew Orleans, LASacramento, CASaint Louis, MOAlbuquerque, NMBirmingham, ALLittle Rock, AR

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Doctors who perform this

Clinicians who reported the most Medicare volume for this service. This reflects Original Medicare activity only and is a volume signal, not a quality ranking.

ClinicianSpecialtyLocationMedicare services
Brandon Luskin, MDHand SurgeryBoynton Beach, FL1,298
David Chan, MDHand SurgeryVenice, FL1,231
Dennis Sagini, MDOrthopedic SurgeryFort Myers, FL1,138
Eric George, M.D.Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryMetairie, LA1,080
Vikram Mehta, M.D.Hand SurgeryLake Mary, FL1,051
Edward Bieber, M.D.Hand SurgeryBethesda, MD1,040
Aaron Broadwell, MDRheumatologyShreveport, LA933
Christos Kosmas, MDDiagnostic RadiologyCleveland, OH878
Larry Broadwell, MDRheumatologyShreveport, LA873
Christopher Kay, MDDiagnostic RadiologyEvanston, IL843
Kathryn Heim, M.D.Hand SurgerySummerfield, FL843
Justin Kearse, M.D.Hand SurgeryWest Palm Beach, FL812

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Does Medicare cover X-ray of the hand?

Yes — Medicare generally covers X-ray of the hand. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $38. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $8 — unless a Medicare Advantage or supplemental (Medigap) plan covers it.

General guidance from Medicare’s national rates — your actual coverage and share depend on medical necessity, your plan, and where the service is performed. Confirm with Medicare or your plan.

About these prices

Based on prices published by 2361 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $270, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $458, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $125, a Medicare rate of about $38. Most cash prices fall between $95 and $723 — a wide spread, which is exactly why comparing hospitals pays off.

How to save

  • Ask each hospital for its cash / self-pay price — for shoppable services it is often far below the list price.
  • Compare several nearby hospitals; prices for the same service can differ severalfold.
  • Request a written estimate and the billing code (CPT/DRG) before scheduling.
  • Use the Medicare benchmark above to judge whether a quote is reasonable.
  • If you are uninsured, ask about financial assistance or prompt-pay discounts.

Frequently asked questions

How much does X-ray of the hand cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 2361 US hospitals is $270. Most hospitals fall between $95 and $723. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover X-ray of the hand?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $38). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for X-ray of the hand?
Medicare pays about $38. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do X-ray of the hand prices vary between hospitals?
Hospitals set their own chargemaster and cash prices and negotiate different rates with each insurer, so two hospitals in the same area can charge very differently for the same service.
Is the cash price lower than using insurance?
Sometimes. If you are uninsured or have a high deductible, the cash/self-pay price can be lower than the insurer-negotiated rate — ask the hospital for both.

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