How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in California?
Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy · CPT 43239 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $1,691, with most between $1,158 and $2,622 ($1,768 cash/self-pay). Based on 224 California hospitals — 17% higher than the national typical of $1,449. Hospital list charges run about $3,400 (2× higher).
Source: medians across 224 California hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in California — FAQs
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $1,691, with most between $1,158 and $2,622, based on 224 California hospitals. That's 17% higher than the national typical of $1,449.
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy in California run around $1,768. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,400), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy so high?
California hospital "list" charges for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy run about $3,400 — roughly 2× the $1,691 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 an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy in California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,691), 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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