Chest X-ray price in Nepal
The basic check for lungs, heart size and chest infection.
Average published price in KathmanduNPR 600about US$4
- Lowest found
- NPR 300
- Highest found
- NPR 800
- Based on
- 5 prices from 5 centres
Hospitals charge in Nepali rupees (NPR). Conversions use Nepal Rastra Bank selling rates, 22/10/2026. Prices last reviewed 10/2026.
Coming soon. Only at the few centres we partner with; other hospitals charge their normal price.
Prices by centre
Every figure below comes from a hospital or centre rate list. Click the source to check it. Prices can change, and some lists add a separate charge for contrast, film or the report.
| Centre | Type | Item on rate list | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TU Teaching Hospital (TUTH) | Teaching hospital | SINGLE IN SMALL SIZE(8X10/10X12) CHEST X-RAY | NPR 300 about US$2 | Radiology Rate List, TU Teaching Hospital Checked 24 October 2026 |
| Nepal Medical College Teaching Hospital | Teaching hospital | CHEST X-RAY PA VIEW | NPR 600 about US$4 | Nepal Medical College - General Rate List (PDF) |
| Green City Hospital | Private | CHEST X-RAY A/P P/A | NPR 625 about US$4 | Price Detail - Green City Hospital |
| HAMS Hospital | Private | CHEST PA/AP 10*12-1F1V | NPR 650 about US$4 | HAMS Hospital Test List for Display (PDF) PDF uploaded January 2025 |
| Vayodha Hospitals | Private | DIGITAL CHEST PA | NPR 800 about US$5 | Rate List | Vayodha Hospitals |
What to expect
How long it takes
A few minutes.
Preparation
Remove jewellery and metal from the chest area.
Before you travel
Bring your referral letter, any previous scans and reports, a list of your medicines, and your passport. Confirm the price, whether the radiologist's report is included, and when it will be ready. Plan your scan trip.
Common questions
What is the Chest X-ray price in Nepal?
The published prices we found range from NPR 300 to NPR 800, with an average of NPR 600 (about US$4). Government and teaching hospitals are usually cheaper than private hospitals. Check the table above for each centre and its source.
How long does it take?
A few minutes.
How do I prepare?
Remove jewellery and metal from the chest area.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
Most centres in Nepal ask for a doctor's request form. If you are travelling from abroad, bring a referral letter or previous reports from your own doctor, or see a doctor at the hospital's outpatient department (OPD) first. Read more about referrals.