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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.
Ventura, California

Cost of a Colonoscopy Visit
in Ventura

Ventura's healthcare market currently shows limited provider availability for colonoscopy services, with specialized gastroenterology care often accessed through regional medical networks. Patients in Ventura pay between $85 and $647 for a colonoscopy visit, with a median of $85 based on insurance negotiated rates. The local market includes 0 active providers in our database (0 individual practitioners, 0 group practices).

Cost Summary for Colonoscopy in Ventura

Low Estimate

$85

Median

$85

High Estimate

$647

Providers

35

National avg: $517Ventura: $85

84% 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.

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$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 (this city)$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 Ventura

What is the average cost of a colonoscopy visit in Ventura without insurance?

Based on insurance negotiated rates, colonoscopy visits in Ventura range from $85 to $647, with a median of $85. Self-pay patients may encounter different pricing structures, as cash rates often differ from insurance negotiated amounts. It's important to contact providers directly for uninsured patient pricing.

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

New patient colonoscopy consultations typically cost 20-50% more than follow-up visits due to additional time for comprehensive evaluation. While follow-up visits in Ventura show a median of $85, new patient rates are not available in current transparency data. Most providers charge higher rates for initial consultations regardless of complexity level.

Are there lower-cost colonoscopy options in cities near Ventura?

Yes, several nearby cities offer competitive rates for colonoscopy services. Los Gatos shows a median of $282, West Hollywood at $291, and these may be more accessible than Ventura's limited local options. However, Ventura's reported median of $85 would be the most affordable if local providers were readily available.

How do I find a highly rated, affordable colonoscopy in Ventura?

With limited local provider availability, patients often need to expand their search to nearby cities like Santa Barbara or Los Angeles area. Focus on providers who accept your insurance plan and have strong patient ratings. The median cost range of $85-$647 provides a baseline for comparing quoted prices.

What should I expect to pay for a colonoscopy visit in Ventura with insurance?

With insurance, your out-of-pocket cost depends on your plan's copay, deductible, and coinsurance structure. Insurance companies have negotiated rates ranging from $85 to $647 in the Ventura area. Most patients with good coverage pay significantly less than these negotiated amounts through their plan benefits.

How many colonoscopys are currently practicing in Ventura?

Our current database shows 0 active providers specifically listed in Ventura for colonoscopy services. This suggests patients may need to seek care from gastroenterologists in nearby cities like Santa Barbara, which has 317 providers, or other regional medical centers. The limited local availability may reflect data reporting rather than actual provider shortage.

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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 Ventura, 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, Ventura, California providers. Rates represent in-network negotiated amounts and may vary by plan type.

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