Radiology
Diagnostic imaging and image-guided procedures including X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and interventional radiology
Radiology is the specialty focused on diagnostic imaging and image-guided procedures including x-ray, ct, mri, ultrasound, and interventional radiology. OpenDoc separates it into focused subspecialty paths so patients can start in the right care lane before they book. Transparent pricing on this page currently ranges from $50 to $3,500 across 20 common visit types. Radiology is where the largest pricing variation in all of healthcare exists — the same MRI can cost $400 at an independent imaging center or $4,000 at a hospital outpatient facility. OpenDoc radiology providers offer X-rays starting at $50 and MRIs starting at $300, with transparent all-inclusive pricing covering both the technical and professional (reading) fees. Over 80 million CT scans and 40 million MRIs are performed annually in the US, making imaging one of the highest-impact areas for cash-pay savings.
Not sure where to start? Begin with General Radiology Evaluation and OpenDoc will keep the specialty, visit type, and price aligned before anything happens.
Cash-pay context
Why pricing transparency matters here
Radiology has the widest price variation of any specialty — the same MRI can cost $400 or $4,000 depending on whether it is performed at an independent center or hospital outpatient department. Cash pay eliminates surprise facility fees and gives you the all-inclusive price upfront, often saving 60-80% compared to hospital imaging.
Subspecialties
Choose the right path inside Radiology
Each card represents a distinct focused path inside the specialty. This is the big shift from the old browse page: the user gets routing context before they ever hit a provider profile.
Breast Imaging
Breast Imaging radiologists complete fellowship training focused exclusively on mammography, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and image-guided breast biopsy. They have expertise in distinguishing benign from malignant breast findings and managing high-risk screening programs.
Interventional Radiology
Interventional Radiologists use image guidance (fluoroscopy, CT, ultrasound) to perform minimally invasive procedures that replace traditional surgery. They treat conditions ranging from uterine fibroids to blocked arteries, often with shorter recovery times and lower costs than surgical alternatives.
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear Medicine specialists use radioactive tracers to diagnose and treat diseases at the molecular level. They perform PET scans for cancer staging, thyroid scans, cardiac stress imaging, and therapeutic procedures like radioactive iodine treatment for thyroid disease.
When you usually need this specialty
Common concerns that lead patients into Radiology
Suspected fractures and bone injuries
Headaches requiring brain MRI or CT
Chest pain requiring cardiac imaging
Suspicious masses or lumps requiring evaluation
Joint and soft tissue injuries needing MRI
Breast cancer screening and diagnostic mammography
Abdominal pain requiring CT or ultrasound
Spine disorders needing MRI evaluation
Osteoporosis screening with bone density scan
Cancer staging with PET/CT scan
Common care paths
How Radiology is organized on OpenDoc
X-Ray (Single View)
X-Ray (Single View) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
X-Ray (Multi-View Series)
X-Ray (Multi-View Series) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
CT Scan (Without Contrast)
CT Scan (Without Contrast) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
CT Scan (With Contrast)
CT Scan (With Contrast) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
MRI (Without Contrast)
MRI (Without Contrast) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
MRI (With and Without Contrast)
MRI (With and Without Contrast) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
Routing guide
How the subspecialties differ
| Care path | Choose this route when… | Why OpenDoc separates it |
|---|---|---|
| Breast Imaging | Screening mammogram or suspicious breast lump | Fellowship-trained in mammography interpretation and breast biopsy techniques |
| Interventional Radiology | Uterine fibroids causing heavy bleeding | Performs uterine fibroid embolization as a non-surgical treatment |
| Nuclear Medicine | Need PET scan for cancer staging | Specialized in radiotracer imaging for detecting cancer spread |
| Interventional Radiology | Varicose veins or venous insufficiency | Performs minimally invasive vein ablation using image guidance |
| Nuclear Medicine | Thyroid nodule requiring radioactive iodine evaluation | Expert in thyroid scintigraphy and radioactive iodine therapy |
| Breast Imaging | Dense breast tissue on screening mammogram | Manages supplemental screening including breast MRI and contrast-enhanced mammography |
Common services & estimated pricing
Review common visit types, transparent cash-pay estimates, and how the care path changes before you move into provider selection.
| Service | Type | Duration | Estimated price |
|---|---|---|---|
| X-Ray (Single View) X-Ray (Single View) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 10–15 min | $50 – $150 |
| X-Ray (Multi-View Series) X-Ray (Multi-View Series) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 15–20 min | $75 – $250 |
| CT Scan (Without Contrast) CT Scan (Without Contrast) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 15–20 min | $200 – $600 |
| CT Scan (With Contrast) CT Scan (With Contrast) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 20–30 min | $300 – $900 |
| MRI (Without Contrast) MRI (Without Contrast) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 30–60 min | $300 – $800 |
| MRI (With and Without Contrast) MRI (With and Without Contrast) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 45–75 min | $400 – $1,200 |
| Ultrasound (Diagnostic) Ultrasound (Diagnostic) is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 20–30 min | $100 – $350 |
| Screening Mammogram Screening Mammogram is a screening-focused radiology service for earlier detection, monitoring, or preventive care planning. | Screening | 15–20 min | $100 – $250 |
| Diagnostic Mammogram Diagnostic Mammogram is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 30–45 min | $150 – $400 |
| 3D Mammogram (Tomosynthesis) 3D Mammogram (Tomosynthesis) is a screening-focused radiology service for earlier detection, monitoring, or preventive care planning. | Screening | 15–20 min | $150 – $350 |
| Bone Density Scan (DEXA) Bone Density Scan (DEXA) is a screening-focused radiology service for earlier detection, monitoring, or preventive care planning. | Screening | 15–20 min | $75 – $200 |
| Fluoroscopy Study Fluoroscopy Study is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 20–45 min | $200 – $600 |
| PET/CT Scan PET/CT Scan is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 60–120 min | $1,000 – $3,500 |
| Breast MRI Breast MRI is a common radiology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 30–45 min | $500 – $1,200 |
Pricing methodology: Pricing estimates are modeled from the current OpenDoc specialty taxonomy, visit archetypes, and transparent cash-pay assumptions. Posted provider pricing should be treated as the source of truth whenever it is available.
Last updated: April 8, 2026
Start here
General Radiology Evaluation
Start with a general radiology evaluation if you want the provider to confirm the right care path before you move deeper into the specialty.
Why subspecialty matters
Why OpenDoc separates these care paths instead of collapsing them
Focused training matters
Specialties often branch into narrower care paths. Seeing them clearly helps patients choose providers with training that actually matches the problem.
Prices match the care path
A sports medicine visit, a spine evaluation, and a tumor consult are not the same visit. OpenDoc keeps pricing attached to the path, not just the umbrella specialty.
Less guesswork before booking
Patients should understand the likely route before they see provider cards. That lowers false starts and makes the next step into provider search feel clearer.
Better provider fit
This page keeps specialty, subspecialty, common visit types, and price context aligned so users can move into provider selection with more confidence.
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