How much does Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in Maine?
Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy · CPT 43239 · State: Maine
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $618, with most between $376 and $659 ($1,271 cash/self-pay). Based on 10 Maine hospitals — 57% lower than the national typical of $1,449. Hospital list charges run about $1,977 (3.2× higher).
Source: medians across 10 Maine 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 Maine — FAQs
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in Maine?
In Maine, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $618, with most between $376 and $659, based on 10 Maine hospitals. That's 57% lower than the national typical of $1,449.
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost without insurance in Maine?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy in Maine run around $1,271. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,977), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Maine hospital bill for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy so high?
Maine hospital "list" charges for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy run about $1,977 — roughly 3.2× the $618 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 Maine?
Yes. If a Maine hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $618), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Maine hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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