How much does Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) cost in North Carolina?
Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) · CPT 43235 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) is about $387, with most between $366 and $1,410 ($1,538 cash/self-pay). Based on 53 North Carolina hospitals — 71% lower than the national typical of $1,356. Hospital list charges run about $2,677 (6.9× higher).
Source: medians across 53 North Carolina hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) cost in North Carolina — FAQs
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) is about $387, with most between $366 and $1,410, based on 53 North Carolina hospitals. That's 71% lower than the national typical of $1,356.
How much does an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) in North Carolina run around $1,538. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $2,677), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) run about $2,677 — roughly 6.9× the $387 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 (diagnostic) in North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $387), 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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