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.
I was told the x-rays would cost at least $1,000, maybe more. Being uninsured, I opted not to get the x-ray. I have been trying not to put weight on it, so it will heel on its own. My employer is currently started to offering insurance-- the plan covers $25.00 for x-rays.