X-Ray Cost in Greece
What you actually pay under EOPYY and at private clinics. Last reviewed April 2026.
Quick Overview
Greece funds its public healthcare via EFKA social security contributions — 13.37% from employees, 21.79% from employers. EOPYY (the healthcare arm of EFKA) covers diagnostic X-rays for contributing patients with a referral at public hospitals and EOPYY-contracted private radiology centers. Small co-payments (~€5–15) typically apply at contracted outpatient clinics. Self-pay at private radiology clinics is around €45 per single view; urgent out-of-hours services can charge €140 or more.
🏥 EOPYY / EFKA (Public)
- *With EFKA contributions current + referral
- Public hospitals: often no co-pay
- EOPYY-contracted private sites: small co-pay
- Emergency imaging same-day
🏥 Private Clinics
- Most single-view X-rays around €45
- Urgent out-of-hours services €140+ (2 exposures)
- Dental X-rays €15–130 depending on type
- No referral required
🩺 EFKA cap (2026)
- Monthly contribution cap from Jan 2026
- Applies to both employee and employer contributions
- Self-employed contribute to EFKA directly
- Minimum primary-pension base set annually
Private Clinic X-Ray Prices
Greek private X-ray pricing varies between standard radiology centers (≈ €45 per view), specialist dental imaging clinics (€15–130 depending on complexity), and urgent out-of-hours services (€140+ per visit). The table summarises typical self-pay prices as of April 2026.
| X-Ray Service | Price (EUR) | EOPYY Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| General radiograph, single view | €45 | Covered with referral (small co-pay) |
| Digital X-ray, 2 exposures (urgent/out-of-hours) | €140 | Covered if referral + contracted site |
| Digital X-ray, 2 exposures (weekend/night) | €160 | Covered if referral + contracted site |
| Dental periapical | €15 | Limited — dental scope |
| Dental panoramic (OPG) | €20 | Limited |
| Dental cephalometric | €20 | Limited |
| Dental bitewing | €25 | Limited |
| Dental full-mouth periapical series | €90 | Limited |
| Dental CBCT — single jaw | €70 | Limited |
| Dental CBCT — both jaws | €130 | Limited |
Sample sources: Aktinografia (Athens) published dental prices; SOS Doctors Athens out-of-hours digital X-ray pricing; general radiology ranges from Greek medical cost guides. Island hospitals sometimes use different fee schedules for Greek residents vs foreigners.
How EFKA / EOPYY Coverage Works
Who is covered
- Greek citizens and legal residents contributing to EFKA
- Employees (contributions deducted at payroll)
- Self-employed registered with EFKA
- Pensioners, students, children, dependents
- EU/EEA/Swiss visitors with EHIC
What it costs (2026)
- Employees: 13.37% of gross salary
- Employers: 21.79% additional
- Combined: 35.16% — among Europe's highest
- Monthly cap: €7,761.94 from Jan 2026
- Self-employed: EFKA categories with minimum fixed amounts
How to get an X-ray
- See a GP or specialist (iatros) for a referral
- Book at a public hospital or EOPYY-contracted private site
- Bring AMKA (social security number) and ID
- Expect small co-pay at contracted private sites
- No referral? Pay private: ~€45 per view
Where to Get an X-Ray
🏥 Public Hospitals
- Evangelismos General Hospital — Athens
- Attikon University General Hospital — Athens
- Laiko General Hospital — Athens
- AHEPA University Hospital — Thessaloniki
- University General Hospital of Patras
- Heraklion University Hospital — Crete
🏥 Major Private Clinics
- Hygeia Hospital — Athens (HHG Group)
- Metropolitan Hospital — Athens
- Euroclinic — Athens
- Mediterraneo Hospital — Athens (Glyfada)
- Central Clinic of Athens
- SOS Doctors — at-home/urgent imaging
💡 Practical tips
- Public hospitals offer the lowest cost for EOPYY patients
- EOPYY-contracted private sites trade small co-pays for convenience
- Hygeia and Metropolitan are well regarded for private imaging
- Island hospitals may charge foreigners differently — ask in advance
Guide by Patient Type
🇬🇷 Greek residents
- Keep EFKA contributions current — status affects coverage
- With referral: public hospital free, contracted private small co-pay
- Private self-pay (€45) when speed matters
- Urgent at-home services (SOS Doctors) €140+ — premium for convenience
🇪🇺 EU / EEA / Swiss visitors
- EHIC treats you like a Greek insured patient
- Medically necessary X-rays covered
- Present EHIC + passport at the facility
- Planned medical tourism is not EHIC-covered — self-pay
✈️ Non-EU visitors
- Self-pay at a private clinic — €45 for most single views
- Emergency care always provided
- Travel health insurance recommended
- Island hospitals sometimes apply "foreigner" rates — ask first
Practical Details
📋 What to bring
- Passport or Greek ID
- AMKA (social security number) + EFKA proof, or EHIC
- Doctor's referral (parapemptiko)
- Prior imaging on CD/USB
- Cash or card for private / co-pay
⏰ Typical wait times
- Emergency: immediate
- Public routine: days to weeks
- Private self-pay: same day
- Results: same day + CD; written report 1–2 days
💡 How to save money
- Public hospital with referral = lowest cost
- EOPYY-contracted private = convenience with small co-pay
- Avoid urgent/out-of-hours services unless you need immediate care
- Ask clinics whether film printouts are optional (€5 savings at some)
FAQ
Are X-rays free under EOPYY?
At public hospitals, generally yes — no co-pay for covered imaging with a referral. At EOPYY-contracted private sites, expect a small co-pay (typically €5–15) in exchange for convenience and shorter waits.
What do private X-rays cost in Greece?
Most single-view X-rays at private radiology centers cost around €45. SOS Doctors charges €140 for a digital 2-exposure X-ray during weekday daytime, €160 on weekends/nights. Dental X-rays range €15–130 depending on type.
How much is Greek social security?
13.37% employee + 21.79% employer, totalling 35.16% — among the highest rates in Europe. The monthly contribution cap is €7,761.94 from January 2026. Self-employed pay fixed amounts in EFKA categories.
What's the difference between EFKA and EOPYY?
EFKA is the social security fund you contribute to. EOPYY is the national healthcare provider that delivers services using those contributions. Both fall under the same umbrella — you don't contribute separately.
Can I use EHIC in Greece?
Yes. EHIC entitles EU/EEA/Swiss visitors to medically necessary care on the same terms as Greek insured patients. It does not cover planned medical tourism — expect to pay self-pay rates then.
Are island hospitals really more expensive for foreigners?
Some island hospitals have posted separate price lists for Greek residents and foreigners, particularly for non-emergency imaging. Always ask about the rate before consenting. Emergency care is not affected.
Compare X-Ray Costs Across Countries
Sources
- Aktinografia (Athens) — dental X-ray price list
- SOS Doctors Athens — urgent/out-of-hours X-ray pricing
- EOPYY (National Organisation for the Provision of Healthcare Services) — coverage rules
- EFKA (e-EFKA) — 2026 contribution rates and cap
- PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries — Greece 2026 payroll rates
Last reviewed: April 2026. Prices and contribution rates change — confirm with provider.