How much does a Screening mammogram cost in California?

Screening mammogram (both breasts) · CPT 77067 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Screening mammogram (both breasts) is about $229, with most between $146 and $330 ($368 cash/self-pay). Based on 209 California hospitals — 11% higher than the national typical of $206. Hospital list charges run about $580 (2.5× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$229
California · $146$330
Cash / self-pay
$368
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$580
2.5× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 209 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Screening mammogram (both breasts) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Screening mammogram (both breasts) cost in California — FAQs

How much does a Screening mammogram (both breasts) cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Screening mammogram (both breasts) is about $229, with most between $146 and $330, based on 209 California hospitals. That's 11% higher than the national typical of $206.

How much does a Screening mammogram (both breasts) cost without insurance in California?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Screening mammogram (both breasts) in California run around $368. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $580), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my California hospital bill for a Screening mammogram (both breasts) so high?

California hospital "list" charges for a Screening mammogram (both breasts) run about $580 — roughly 2.5× the $229 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 Screening mammogram (both breasts) in California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $229), 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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