How much is a back x ray without insurance

The national average cost for a privately funded chest X-ray is £101, according to Private Healthcare UK. At Oryon Imaging, a single view X-ray costs just £55; just over half the national average.

Why go private?

We pride ourselves on providing affordable private healthcare that is accessible and efficient. Our X-ray patients are often people who are looking to take the first step towards a diagnosis, but don’t want to wait for an NHS appointment, which unfortunately can take a while for non-urgent scans.

What do I get from the appointment?

At a cost of just £55, our patients get a quick, efficient scan at our clinic in London’s renowned Harley Street medical district, as well as a copy of their scan images on a CD and on their online account.

We also remain affordable for multiple view X-rays; for example, an X-ray of the elbow costs just £110 (since it requires two views, so £55 + £55).

Can I find the cost of an X-ray at Oryon Imaging online?

We have a handy Live prices widget, where you can get a good idea of availability and pricing for your X-ray. You can see when we have free slots, as well as how much your scan should cost. Find a slot you like and call or email us to book!

What does a ‘view’ mean?

A single view X-ray means we only need to take an X-ray from one view. For example, a standard chest X-ray requires just one X-ray camera positioning. If we need to reposition the X-ray camera and take more images, this adds to the price.

How do I book an X-ray appointment?

You’ll need to be referred to us to have an X-ray. A referral can come from any clinician with the relevant qualifications, including an (IR(ME)R) certificate.

You can send your referral to and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible (normally within one working day) to get you booked in.

If you don’t have a referral, we can also help with that! Just head over to Oryon Connect, where we can help to introduce you to a trusted practitioner who can refer you for the X-ray if necessary.

We are pleased to have a strong team of radiographers at Oryon, especially as we have seen an increase in demand for X-ray appointments in the last few weeks as more and more elective diagnostic imaging resumes. If you have any questions for us about your X-ray referral or an X-ray query, please contact us at .

X-ray prices, on average, can range from $100 to 1,000 depending on what type of X-ray is performed, the location you choose to have the procedure performed, and whether you add additional services.

The average cost of an X-ray in the U.S. is $290.

X-ray Prices with Cash

For uninsured customers, many testing facilities offer a 30% discount for patients who pay with cash.

The average X-ray price without insurance can range from $260 to $460.

Again, this can drastically change depending on where you go and what kind of discount they are willing to provide you for paying up front.

X-ray Prices with Insurance

X-rays are typically covered by insurance, but there may be a copay between $10-$50. Visit your insurance company’s website and/or contact them directly to figure out what is covered prior to the procedure. A good imaging facility can help you determine this with your insurance company as well.

X-ray Prices with Medicare

Medicare Part B covers diagnostic non-laboratory tests including X-rays when your doctor or other health care provider orders them as part of treating a medical problem. All people with Part B are covered, but deductible and copayment may apply. Cash pay price varies for those only covered under Part A. Visit the Medicare website for more information (www.medicare.org).

X-ray Prices with Medicaid

States establish and administer their own Medicaid programs and determine which services are included within broad federal guidelines. The required mandatory benefits include performing diagnostic tests to follow up when a risk is identified. The optional benefits include other diagnostic, screening, preventive and rehabilitative services, which means it is going to vary from place to place whether or not the procedure is covered. It is strongly advised to determine your coverage based on the state you live in, prior to getting the procedure done. Visit the Medicaid website for more information (www.medicaid.org).

Finding the Best Price

Most medical imaging procedures, including MRIs, are quite expensive, which leads to increased frustration for many patients as they are already undergoing an uncomfortable procedure. Doing your research beforehand in order to find the best facility, radiologist, and price for you can significantly lessen the aggravation these procedures bring.

Under the current healthcare landscape, hospitals, imaging centers, and doctors can charge what they want for the procedures they perform and in many cases, do not have to justify or even disclose prices prior to the procedure being performed. Because they very rarely reveal their prices up front, the same exact procedure can be hundreds if not thousands of dollars cheaper at a similar location, which could likely be just down the street.

Ultrasounds, MRI, PET, CAT scans, etc. are nearly 2/3 LESS costly at free-standing, in-network imaging centers than at hospitals.

It is absolutely imperative that if you have insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid that you are familiar with the details of your particular plan prior to having any procedure performed. Make sure to research or contact the company beforehand as coverage policies are constantly changing.

The exact same procedure can differ drastically in price depending on where you have the procedure performed, so it is essential that you take the time to shop around for the best place that suits you and your needs. Whether a local hospital or imaging center, it is very important that you find a location that will make you comfortable during a sometimes-uncomfortable situation. Most importantly, you want to find a good, qualified radiologist or radiology facility, while also finding the best possible price.

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