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By Jayant Panwar, Healthcare Data AnalystUpdated April 4, 2026Editorial policy
Disclaimer: This page provides cost comparison data sourced from insurer Transparency in Coverage files. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical decisions.Learn about our data methodology.
San Jose, California

Cost of a Colonoscopy Visit
in San Jose

San Jose's large healthcare market serves Silicon Valley patients through major health systems including Kaiser Permanente and Stanford Health Care. Patients in San Jose pay between $85 and $289 for a Colonoscopy visit, with a median of $282. Currently, there are 0 active providers in our database (0 individual practitioners, 0 group practices) offering these services locally.

Cost Summary for Colonoscopy in San Jose

Low Estimate

$85

Median

$282

High Estimate

$289

Providers

191

National avg: $517San Jose: $282

45% below national average

Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.

The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 45378Diagnostic colonoscopy, flexible). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.

Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.

This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.

Where this data comes from & what CPT 45378 covers

Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 45378 (Diagnostic colonoscopy, flexible), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.

What CPT 45378 covers: the provider's professional fee for colonoscopy. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.

Is It Cheaper to See a Colonoscopy Near San Jose?

Among nearby cities, San Francisco offers slightly lower costs with a median of $265 compared to San Jose's $282. Fremont matches San Jose's pricing exactly at $282, while Oakland is notably more expensive at $396. For patients willing to travel, San Francisco represents the most cost-effective option within reasonable distance.

Cost comparison with nearby cities
CityMedian Costvs. San JoseProviders
San Jose (this city)$282191
Fremont15.6 mi away$282$013
Oakland38.5 mi away$396+$11424
San Francisco42 mi away$265-$17115

Nearby cities sorted by distance. Delta = nearby city median minus San Jose median. Provider count reflects active providers for this specialty.

Colonoscopy Visit Costs by City in California2026

Colonoscopy visit costs across cities in California
CityMin CostMedian CostMax Cost
Travis Afb$90$689$1,772
Santa Barbara$85$647$647
Lompoc$85$647$647
Stanford$85$410$1,830
Oakland$85$396$1,830
South Lake Tahoe$264$391$479
Palo Alto$85$355$1,556
Fresno$85$340$1,395
West Hollywood$85$291$647
San Jose (this city)$85$282$289
Mountain View$141$282$282
Los Gatos$90$282$462
Campbell$85$282$282
Fremont$85$282$282
Santa Clara$80$282$796
Milpitas$282$282$282
Morgan Hill$251$282$378
Salinas$80$282$812
Walnut Creek$85$279$539
San Diego$85$270$768
Chula Vista$270$270$291
La Jolla$85$270$768
Vista$85$270$270
La Mesa$270$270$270
Oceanside$270$270$633
Encinitas$270$270$542
National City$270$270$937
Carlsbad$112$270$662
San Marcos$270$270$369
San Francisco$85$265$1,830
Santa Rosa$90$261$846
Loma Linda$80$259$1,140
Napa$146$259$646
Irvine$85$246$453
Orange$85$209$1,772
Arcadia$85$204$1,117
Sacramento$85$203$860
Bakersfield$85$159$548
Glendale$85$159$545
Ukiah$159$159$337
Lodi$148$159$377
Yuba City$129$159$257
Saint Helena$159$159$334
Hanford$150$159$401
Stockton$85$159$1,240
Marysville$159$159$408
Visalia$85$159$321
Santa Cruz$85$159$479
Willits$159$159$159
Riverside$85$90$445
Los Angeles$85$85$282
Santa Monica$85$85$146
Torrance$85$85$299
Burbank$85$85$85
Beverly Hills$85$85$600
Thousand Oaks$85$85$362
Valencia$85$85$191
Pasadena$85$85$556
Van Nuys$85$85$85
Long Beach$85$85$1,772
Ventura$85$85$647
Encino$85$85$162
Simi Valley$85$85$553
Westlake Village$85$85$154
Newport Beach$85$85$479
West Hills$85$85$696
Sylmar$85$85$370
Porter Ranch$85$85$85
Tarzana$85$85$85
Manhattan Beach$85$85$538
Marina Del Rey$85$85$85
Northridge$82$85$456
Fountain Valley$85$85$298
Woodland Hills$85$85$757
Redondo Beach$85$85$458
San Luis Obispo$85$85$528
Santa Clarita$85$85$590
Calabasas$85$85$85
Palm Springs$85$85$177
Duarte$84$85$1,175
Culver City$85$85$686
Whittier$35$85$599
Laguna Hills$35$60$489

Costs reflect self-pay estimates based on insurer-negotiated rates. Insured patients may pay significantly less depending on plan type, deductible status, and network tier.

Compare Similar Procedures

How does colonoscopy compare to related procedures in California?

ProcedureCPTLowMedianHighProviders
Colonoscopy with Biopsy

Colonoscopy with biopsy

45380$80$308$1,78512,256
Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal

Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare

45385$30$453$1,7859,290
Upper Endoscopy (EGD)

Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy

43235$80$85$5986,177
Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy

Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy

43239$80$196$1,35216,316
ECG / EKG

12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation

93000$16$49$8822,603
Echocardiogram

Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler

93306$79$101$58617,572
OB Ultrasound

Obstetric ultrasound, complete

76805$52$90$2877,619
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Jayant Panwar

CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA

Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.

The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Colonoscopy Costs in San Jose

What is the average cost of a Colonoscopy visit in San Jose without insurance?

Without insurance, patients in San Jose pay a median of $282 for a Colonoscopy visit. Costs range from $85 at the lowest to $289 at the highest end. The specific amount depends on the complexity of your visit and the individual provider's rates.

How much more does a new patient consultation cost compared to a follow-up in San Jose?

New patient consultations typically cost more than follow-up visits due to additional time for comprehensive evaluation. However, specific pricing data for new patient visits (CPT 99203/99204) versus follow-up visits (CPT 99213/99214) is not currently available in our San Jose dataset. Follow-up visits using CPT 99214 show a median cost of $282.

Are there lower-cost Colonoscopy options in cities near San Jose?

Yes, San Francisco offers lower costs with a median of $265 compared to San Jose's $282. Fremont matches San Jose's pricing at $282, while Oakland is more expensive at $396. The savings in San Francisco amount to $17 per visit and may be worth considering if travel is convenient.

How do I find a highly rated, affordable Colonoscopy in San Jose?

Currently, our database shows 0 active Colonoscopy providers in San Jose, which may indicate limited local options or data collection challenges. Patients may need to consider nearby cities like San Francisco or Fremont for care. When providers are available, look for those with transparent pricing within the $85-$289 range.

What should I expect to pay for a Colonoscopy visit in San Jose with insurance?

Insurance coverage varies significantly based on your plan and provider network. The median negotiated rate of $282 represents what insurers typically pay providers in San Jose. Your out-of-pocket cost will depend on your deductible, copay structure, and whether the provider is in your network.

How many Colonoscopys are currently practicing in San Jose?

Our current database shows 0 active Colonoscopy providers in San Jose. This may reflect data collection limitations or indicate that patients typically receive care from specialists in nearby cities. For comparison, statewide California data shows numerous providers with rates ranging from $85 to $647.

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Jayant Panwar

CEO & Healthcare Data Analyst, Momentary Labs

Last updated: April 4, 2026

About This Data

Cost data sourced from Transparency in Coverage (TiC) machine-readable files published by UnitedHealthcare as required by the CMS Price Transparency Rule. These are actual negotiated rates between insurers and providers — not estimates.

Prices shown are for Diagnostic colonoscopy, flexible (CPT 45378) in San Jose, California.

Actual out-of-pocket costs depend on your insurance plan, deductible, coinsurance, and services received. This is not medical advice.

About this page

Data source: UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files, CPT 45378, San Jose, California providers. Rates represent in-network negotiated amounts and may vary by plan type.

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