How much does Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in Tennessee?
Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy · CPT 43239 · State: Tennessee
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $1,170, with most between $955 and $1,749 ($580 cash/self-pay). Based on 96 Tennessee hospitals — 19% lower than the national typical of $1,449. Hospital list charges run about $2,660 (2.3× higher).
Source: medians across 96 Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQs
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy is about $1,170, with most between $955 and $1,749, based on 96 Tennessee hospitals. That's 19% lower than the national typical of $1,449.
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy cost without insurance in Tennessee?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy in Tennessee run around $580. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,660), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Tennessee hospital bill for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy so high?
Tennessee hospital "list" charges for an Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy run about $2,660 — roughly 2.3× the $1,170 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 Tennessee?
Yes. If a Tennessee hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,170), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Tennessee hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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