Screening Mammography cost in Norfolk, VA
Comparing 6 hospitals within 25 miles
Price range near Norfolk
Chesapeake General Hospital (3★) has the lowest price — $43 less than the most expensive option nearby.
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Before you schedule
You're looking at screening mammography in Norfolk, and the good news is prices here are actually tighter than the rest of Virginia—you're looking at somewhere between $372 and $415 for a cash price, with most facilities charging $415. That's about 12% variation across seven hospitals, which means you're not going to save huge money by shopping aggressively, but you also won't get blindsided by an outlier bill. The cash prices here run lower than the state average of $477, so Norfolk is a relatively affordable market for this screening.
Before you schedule, call the billing department at whichever hospital is most convenient for you and confirm the cash price for screening mammography—ask specifically if that includes the radiologist's reading fee. If you don't have insurance or have a high deductible, ask about financial assistance eligibility at the same time; many people qualify without realizing it. You can also call a second hospital just to verify their quoted price matches what's listed, since having a comparison takes two minutes and locks in your options.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for Screening Mammography?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
Screening Mammography costs $372 at Chesapeake General Hospital (3-star CMS rating) and up to $415 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia — a 1.1x difference for the same procedure across 6 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $416.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 5 of 6 hospitals near Norfolk (83%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $415 is below the Virginia average of $416.
Chesapeake, VA · 6 mi away · 3★
5 insurance plans. Cheapest: Aetna. Most expensive: Sentara Health Plans.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $372 | $620 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $415 | $830 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 17.0 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $415 | $830 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $415 | $830 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $415 | $830 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 12.8 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $415 | $830 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 17.0 mi |
Common questions
How much does Screening Mammography cost in Norfolk, VA?
Screening Mammography costs between $372 and $415 at 6 facilities near Norfolk, Virginia. The median price is $415. The Virginia statewide average is $416.
Which hospital is cheapest for Screening Mammography near Norfolk?
Chesapeake General Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $372. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 67.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Norfolk, the lowest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital) has a 4-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for Screening Mammography near Norfolk is $43 — the difference between Chesapeake General Hospital ($372) and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital ($415).
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →