Price ShopperLook up your ZIP · Joint replacement atlasChest X-ray in California: what it costs
What Medicare pays for a chest X-ray in California in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.
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Questions
How much does a chest X-ray cost in California?
Medicare's 2026 price for a chest X-ray in California is $35–$45 at office or clinic; $122–$140 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.
Where is a chest X-ray cheapest in California?
At office or clinic, from $35. Hospital outpatient runs up to $140 for the same service.
How do I find the price near me?
Enter your ZIP code in the Price Shopper to see your local Medicare price in each setting, hospitals near you, and what you might owe with Medicare, employer insurance or paying yourself.