How Much Does a Mammogram Cost WIthout Insurance in 2024?

The costs of screening mammograms and diagnostic mammograms differ. A 2D screening mammogram is often ordered once a year for women with no current signs or symptoms of breast cancer and has an average out-of-pocket cost of $200-$350. The cost of your mammogram will depend on various factors, including insurance coverage, location, and whether you receive a screening or diagnostic mammogram.

Types of Mammogram Scans

There are several different types of mammograms that range in cost.

2D Screening Mammogram

A screening mammogram includes a digital screening mammogram of both breasts for women who exhibit no signs or symptoms of any disease, complaint, or abnormality. This also includes computer-aided detection (CAD) of lesions obtained during the mammogram. The national average cost for a screening mammogram is $400 without insurance.

3D Mammogram Screening (Tomosynthesis)

A 3D screening mammogram using 3D technology for one or both breasts for women who exhibit no signs or symptoms of any disease, complaint, or abnormality.

The national average cost for a 3D mammogram screening is $560 without insurance.

2D Diagnostic Mammogram

A diagnostic mammogram is used to check for breast cancer after a lump or other sign or symptom of the disease has been found. This test includes the examination of both breasts. The national average cost for a diagnostic mammogram is about $499 without insurance. 

The following data was collected through Susan G. Komen. This was a published report on the cost of breast imaging tests throughout the United States.

Screening Mammogram Cost With Insurance vs. Without Insurance 

A wide range of costs were reported for uninsured people receiving screening mammograms. However, screening mammograms were free for almost all privately insured individuals.

Cost of Mammogram by Type (Without Insurance)

Factors that Influence the Cost of Mammograms

The cost of a mammogram depends on:

• Your insurance plan and the services that it covers.
• Whether the mammogram is for a screening or diagnostic mammogram.
• If your healthcare provider is within your network of coverage (with insurance).
• Your location.