How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in North Carolina?
Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy · CPT 43239 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $444, with most between $403 and $1,443 ($1,683 cash/self-pay). Based on 53 North Carolina hospitals — 69% lower than the national typical of $1,449. Hospital list charges run about $2,680 (6× higher).
Source: medians across 53 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $444, with most between $403 and $1,443, based on 53 North Carolina hospitals. That's 69% lower than the national typical of $1,449.
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy in North Carolina run around $1,683. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,680), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy run about $2,680 — roughly 6× the $444 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 North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $444), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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