How much does Colonoscopy with biopsy cost in California?

Colonoscopy with biopsy · CPT 45380 · State: California

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Colonoscopy with biopsy is about $2,027, with most between $1,410 and $2,900 ($2,329 cash/self-pay). Based on 221 California hospitals — 23% higher than the national typical of $1,649. Hospital list charges run about $4,000 (2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,027
California · $1,410–$2,900
Cash / self-pay
$2,329
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$4,000
2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 221 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Colonoscopy with biopsy cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Colonoscopy with biopsy cost in California — FAQs

How much does a Colonoscopy with biopsy cost in California?

In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Colonoscopy with biopsy is about $2,027, with most between $1,410 and $2,900, based on 221 California hospitals. That's 23% higher than the national typical of $1,649.

How much does a Colonoscopy with biopsy cost without insurance in California?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Colonoscopy with biopsy in California run around $2,329. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,000), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my California hospital bill for a Colonoscopy with biopsy so high?

California hospital "list" charges for a Colonoscopy with biopsy run about $4,000 — roughly 2× the $2,027 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of a Colonoscopy with biopsy in California?

Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,027), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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