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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.
South Lake Tahoe, California

Cost of a Colonoscopy Visit
in South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe's healthcare market reflects the region's remote mountain location, with limited provider options serving both residents and seasonal visitors. Patients in South Lake Tahoe pay between $264 and $479 for a Colonoscopy visit, with a median cost of $391 based on current insurance negotiated rates. The area currently has 0 active providers in our database (0 individual practitioners, 0 group practices).

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Cost Summary for Colonoscopy in South Lake Tahoe

Low Estimate

$264

Median

$391

High Estimate

$479

Providers

19

National avg: $517South Lake Tahoe: $391

24% 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 45378 — Diagnostic 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.

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Colonoscopy Visit Costs by City in California — 2026

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 (this city)$264$391$479
Palo Alto$85$355$1,556
Fresno$85$340$1,395
West Hollywood$85$291$647
San Jose$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 South Lake Tahoe

What is the average cost of a Colonoscopy visit in South Lake Tahoe without insurance?

Without insurance, a colonoscopy visit in South Lake Tahoe typically costs between $264 and $479, with a median price of $391. These rates represent what insurance companies have negotiated to pay providers, giving uninsured patients a realistic baseline for pricing discussions. Self-pay patients may be able to negotiate similar rates or payment plans directly with providers.

How much more does a new patient consultation cost compared to a follow-up in South Lake Tahoe?

New patient consultation rates are not currently available in our South Lake Tahoe dataset, though they typically cost 20-40% more than follow-up visits in most markets. Follow-up visits for moderate complexity cases (CPT 99214) range from $264 to $479 locally. New patients should expect higher initial consultation fees due to the additional time required for comprehensive evaluation and care planning.

Are there lower-cost Colonoscopy options in cities near South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, nearby Fresno offers colonoscopy consultations at a median cost of $340, which is $51 less than South Lake Tahoe's $391 median. Palo Alto also provides a lower median rate at $355, though it has a wider price range extending up to $1,556. Patients should factor in travel costs and convenience when considering options outside their immediate area.

How do I find a highly rated, affordable Colonoscopy in South Lake Tahoe?

Our database currently shows 0 active providers specifically listed for South Lake Tahoe, suggesting patients may need to consider specialists in nearby areas. When selecting a provider, compare both the negotiated insurance rates and patient satisfaction scores. Look for providers who offer transparent pricing and accept your specific insurance plan to avoid unexpected costs.

What should I expect to pay for a Colonoscopy visit in South Lake Tahoe with insurance?

With insurance, your out-of-pocket cost depends on your specific plan's copay, coinsurance, and deductible structure applied to the $264-$479 negotiated rate range. Most insurance plans cover colonoscopy consultations, though you may be responsible for a copay typically ranging from $20-$50 or a percentage of the $391 median cost. Contact your insurer to confirm your specific benefits and any prior authorization requirements.

How many Colonoscopys are currently practicing in South Lake Tahoe?

Our current database shows 0 active colonoscopy providers specifically listed for South Lake Tahoe, reflecting the limited specialist availability in this mountain resort community. Patients typically travel to larger nearby cities like Fresno or Palo Alto for specialized care. The regional healthcare network serves both year-round residents and the area's significant seasonal population.

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Colonoscopy in Other California Cities
Travis AfbSanta BarbaraLompocStanfordOaklandPalo AltoFresnoWest HollywoodSan JoseMountain ViewLos GatosCampbellFremontSanta ClaraMilpitasMorgan HillSalinasWalnut CreekSan DiegoChula VistaLa JollaVistaLa MesaOceansideEncinitasNational CityCarlsbadSan MarcosSan FranciscoSanta RosaLoma LindaNapaIrvineOrangeArcadiaSacramentoBakersfieldGlendaleUkiahLodiYuba CitySaint HelenaHanfordStocktonMarysvilleVisaliaSanta CruzWillitsRiversideLos AngelesSanta MonicaTorranceBurbankBeverly HillsThousand OaksValenciaPasadenaVan NuysLong BeachVenturaEncinoSimi ValleyWestlake VillageNewport BeachWest HillsSylmarPorter RanchTarzanaManhattan BeachMarina Del ReyNorthridgeFountain ValleyWoodland HillsRedondo BeachSan Luis ObispoSanta ClaritaCalabasasPalm SpringsDuarteCulver CityWhittierLaguna Hills
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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 South Lake Tahoe, California.

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

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

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