How much does a Diagnostic mammogram cost in California?

Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) · CPT 77065 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) is about $184, with most between $137 and $274 ($375 cash/self-pay). Based on 186 California hospitals — 7% lower than the national typical of $197. Hospital list charges run about $672 (3.7× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$184
California · $137–$274
Cash / self-pay
$375
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$672
3.7× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 186 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) cost in California — FAQs

How much does a Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) is about $184, with most between $137 and $274, based on 186 California hospitals. That's 7% lower than the national typical of $197.

How much does a Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) cost without insurance in California?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) in California run around $375. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $672), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my California hospital bill for a Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) so high?

California hospital "list" charges for a Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) run about $672 — roughly 3.7× the $184 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of a Diagnostic mammogram (one breast) in California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $184), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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