Source-labeled healthcare pricing
Thoracentesis cost in Austin, TX
Image-guided drainage of fluid from the space around a lung. Common CPT codes include 32555. The typical reference range is $600-$5,000, but local published rows and final bills vary.
Published local price summary
- Lowest listed
- $1,549
- Median listed
- $2,523
- Highest listed
- $9,891
- Hospitals compared
- 7
These are source-labeled published prices, not personalized estimates or guaranteed final bills.
| Hospital | Location | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF AUSTIN | AUSTIN, TX | $1,549 | Published MRF Cash Price |
| ST. DAVID'S SURGICAL HOSPITAL | AUSTIN, TX | $2,366 | Published MRF Cash Price |
| HEART HOSPITAL OF AUSTIN | AUSTIN, TX | $2,523 | Published MRF Cash Price |
| ST. DAVID'S MEDICAL CENTER | AUSTIN, TX | $2,523 | Published MRF Cash Price |
| ST. DAVID'S REHABILITATION HOSPITAL | AUSTIN, TX | $2,899 | Published MRF Cash Price |
| CORNERSTONE SPECIALTY HOSPITALS AUSTIN | AUSTIN, TX | $3,233 | Published MRF Cash Price |
| ST. DAVID'S SOUTH AUSTIN MEDICAL CENTER | AUSTIN, TX | $9,891 | Published MRF Cash Price |
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