How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in Missouri?
Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy · CPT 43239 · State: Missouri
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $581, with most between $244 and $1,846 ($1,276 cash/self-pay). Based on 59 Missouri hospitals — 60% lower than the national typical of $1,449. Hospital list charges run about $2,126 (3.7× higher).
Source: medians across 59 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in Missouri?
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $581, with most between $244 and $1,846, based on 59 Missouri hospitals. That's 60% lower than the national typical of $1,449.
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost without insurance in Missouri?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy in Missouri run around $1,276. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,126), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Missouri hospital bill for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy so high?
Missouri hospital "list" charges for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy run about $2,126 — roughly 3.7× the $581 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 Missouri?
Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $581), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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