Chest X-ray
CPT 71046 • Imaging
North Carolina price range
Lowest
$8
Average
$31
Highest
$102
Based on 509 negotiated rates from NC hospitals.
About this procedure
A two-view chest X-ray — imaging of your lungs, heart, and ribs from the front and side. Common for cough, chest pain, or before surgery.
What to expect
Takes 5-10 minutes. You'll stand against an imaging plate, hold your breath briefly for each view, and you're done. No prep needed. Wear a top without metal buttons or zippers if possible. Radiation dose is low — equivalent to a few days of natural background exposure.
Top hospitals in NC
| Hospital | Rates | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTARA ALBEMARLE MEDICAL CENTER ELIZABETH CITY, NC | 3 | $11 | $13 | $18 |
| ATRIUM HEALTH HOSPITALS INC SHELBY, NC | 2 | $8 | $10 | $13 |
| ECU HEALTH NORTH HOSPITAL ROANOKE RAPIDS, NC | 2 | $8 | $12 | $16 |
| CENTRAL CAROLINA HOSPITAL SANFORD, NC | 2 | $9 | $10 | $11 |
| IREDELL DAVIS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL STATESVILLE, NC | 2 | $9 | $9 | $10 |