How much does Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in Philadelphia?
Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy · CPT 43239 · Metro area: Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $2,758, with most between $2,166 and $3,269 ($983 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 90% higher than the national typical of $1,449. Hospital list charges run about $4,906 (1.8× higher).
Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $2,758, with most between $2,166 and $3,269, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 90% higher than the national typical of $1,449.
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost without insurance in Philadelphia?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy in Philadelphia run around $983. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,906), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy so high?
Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy run about $4,906 — roughly 1.8× the $2,758 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,758), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Philadelphia hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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