How much does an Upper GI endoscopy cost in Philadelphia?

Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) · CPT 43235 · Metro area: Philadelphia

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) is about $2,753, with most between $1,868 and $2,963 ($983 cash/self-pay). Based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals — 103% higher than the national typical of $1,356. Hospital list charges run about $3,507 (1.3× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$2,753
Philadelphia · $1,868–$2,963
Cash / self-pay
$983
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$3,507
1.3× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 12 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — FAQs

How much does an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) cost in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, the typical insurer-negotiated price for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) is about $2,753, with most between $1,868 and $2,963, based on 12 Philadelphia hospitals. That's 103% higher than the national typical of $1,356.

How much does an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) cost without insurance in Philadelphia?

Cash or self-pay prices for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) in Philadelphia run around $983. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,507), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Philadelphia hospital bill for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) so high?

Philadelphia hospital "list" charges for an Upper GI endoscopy (diagnostic) run about $3,507 — roughly 1.3× the $2,753 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 Philadelphia?

Yes. If a Philadelphia hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,753), 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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