Bone Density Test Cost in Alaska (2026): Average Prices & What You'll Pay
What does a bone density test cost in Alaska?
The same bone density test in Alaska might cost you $130 at one facility and $348 at another - the building you walk into drives the difference. The median cash price across 13 reporting hospitals is $254. These figures come straight from hospital price transparency files published under federal law. The sections below break this down by coverage and by insurer.
Three low-priced facilities in Alaska, from hospital price files
- ALASKA REGIONAL HOSPITAL · Anchorage, AK $114
- ALASKA NATIVE TRIBAL HEALTH CONSORTIUM $118
- BRISTOL BAY AREA HEALTH CORPORATION $131
All 13 facilities are listed below, free.
Where bone density test costs vary in Alaska
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Cheapest Bone Density Test Providers in Alaska
Based on declared cash/self-pay prices from CMS hospital price transparency files.
| # | Facility | City | Price | vs median ($254) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALASKA REGIONAL HOSPITAL | Anchorage, AK | $114 | $140 below |
| 2 | ALASKA NATIVE TRIBAL HEALTH CONSORTIUM | AK | $118 | $136 below |
| 3 | BRISTOL BAY AREA HEALTH CORPORATION | AK | $131 | $123 below |
| 4 | FAIRBANKS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LLC | AK | $226 | $28 below |
| 5 | MANIILAQ ASSOCIATION | AK | $245 | $9 below |
| 6 | NORTON SOUND HEALTH CORPORATION | AK | $262 | $8 above |
| 7 | Providence Health And Services - Washington | Anchorage, AK | $315 | $61 above |
| 8 | Providence Health And Services - Washington | Kodiak, AK | $318 | $64 above |
Prices are declared self-pay rates. Contact each facility for a formal quote before scheduling.
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Quick take
- ALASKA REGIONAL HOSPITAL is the lowest-cost option at $114 - $140 below the median posted price ($254), just by choosing where you go.
- Ask for the cash price if your deductible isn't met - the median cash price here is $254, and it's often lower than what insurance pays before your deductible is satisfied.
| Coverage | Hospitals with a rate | Typical range | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicare (national rate) | — | $107 to $107 | $107 |
| Without insurance (cash price) | 14 | $89 to $620 | $254 |
Rates are negotiated allowed amounts and cash prices from hospital price-transparency files (October 2026), shown at each hospital’s lowest-priced typical billing code for this procedure. Facility fees only. The typical range is the middle 80% of hospitals, not a quote for your visit.
How much does a bone density test cost with Medicare in Alaska?
Medicare's national hospital outpatient payment for bone density test is about $107 to $107 (typically near $107). After the $257 Part B deductible, you generally pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount, about $21 on a $107 payment, with no out-of-pocket cap unless you have supplemental coverage or a Medicare Advantage plan.
Doctor, anesthesia and pathology fees are billed separately. Medicare rates are national CMS amounts, adjusted slightly by local wage levels.
How much does a bone density test cost without insurance in Alaska?
Cash (self-pay) prices for bone density test at 14 Alaska hospitals range from $89 to $620, with a median of $254. Ask for the cash or self-pay price and for any financial-assistance discount before you book; both can be lower than the posted price.
Cash prices are the hospital’s published discounted rate for patients paying without insurance.
How where you go changes what you pay for bone density test
The same bone density test bundles different services depending on the setting - facility fee, surgeon fee, and anesthesia each arrive as separate bills. Estimated ranges below reflect the typical full bundled cost, including all expected charges.
- Facility fee $47–$620
- Professional fee $59–$216
Estimated from CMS fee schedules + commercial rate multipliers
- Facility fee $318–$318
- Professional fee $59–$216
Estimated from CMS fee schedules + commercial rate multipliers
Alaska's hospital market is dominated by single-facility communities with no competitive pressure - Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Regional Hospital in Anchorage are the primary exceptions. Geographic isolation and extreme logistics costs push operating expenses well above the lower-48 average, making Alaska one of the highest-price states in the country on a per-service basis.
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Why prices vary - and what it means for your coverage
Setting matters too: the median outpatient price is $254 versus $318 inpatient (about 1.3× more), so where a procedure happens often matters more than which hospital you pick.
None of the prices above are what you'll necessarily owe: your deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and each provider's network status all still apply.
| Your situation | Estimated out-of-pocket |
|---|---|
| Deductible not yet met | ~$254 |
| Deductible met - 20% coinsurance | ~$51 |
| Out-of-network provider | $559+ |
Frequently asked questions: bone density test costs in Alaska
How much does a bone density test cost in Alaska?
The typical insurer-negotiated rate is $98, with most facilities between $42 and $274 (based on 12 hospitals reporting negotiated rates). Posted cash prices at the middle 80% of Alaska hospitals run $89–$620; outlier facilities above and below that range are left out. What you pay depends on the facility, your insurance, and whether you have met your deductible.
Where is the cheapest place to get a bone density test in Alaska?
Based on declared prices, the lowest posted price in our Alaska data is ALASKA REGIONAL HOSPITAL in Anchorage at about $114. By metro, Anchorage has the lowest median ($214). Independent imaging centers are often cheaper still and may not appear in hospital price data - ask your doctor whether one is an option.
Why is a bone density test so much cheaper at some Alaska hospitals?
Typical prices vary about 6.5× (25th to 70th percentile of negotiated rates) because each hospital sets its own list price, cash discount, and insurer-negotiated rates. In Alaska, the median cash (self-pay) price is $254 versus a median negotiated rate of $98 - about 2.6× higher. Asking for the cash price as well as your insurer's negotiated rate is often the single biggest lever on what you pay.
How much will I actually pay out of pocket for a bone density test in Alaska?
Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, coinsurance, out-of-pocket maximum, and whether the facility is in-network - not just the sticker price. If you have not met your deductible, you will typically pay the negotiated rate in full until you do. Use the CostKits cost forecaster to estimate your specific out-of-pocket amount before you go.
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About the Author
John Caruso, FSA, MAAA
Healthcare actuary with 20+ years of experience in insurance pricing, medical billing systems, and healthcare cost analytics.
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