Dangerous Build-up of Plaque & Common Causes. From their intense research the doctors determined that plaque accumulation or build-up on the interior lining of the arteries is a result of mechanical stress. The arteries are flexible and work very hard, opening and closing every single time the heart beats.
1 On average, X-rays cost $260-$460, varying by provider and geographic location, according to NewChoiceHealth.com. 2  Actual X-ray cost depends on the provider, the part of the body being X-rayed, and the number of views taken.
Typical costs: A bone X-ray typically is covered by health insurance. For patients covered by health insurance, out-of-pocket costs typically consist of nothing, if the plan covers X-rays in full, or a copay of between $10 and $50 or coinsurance of about 10 to 50 percent.