Cost of a Colonoscopy Visit
in Colorado
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Colorado's high-altitude environment and outdoor lifestyle contribute to unique digestive health considerations, making colonoscopy access particularly important for the state's 5.8 million residents. Colonoscopy visits in Colorado show significant cost variation, with negotiated insurance rates ranging from $85 to $760, and a median cost of $309 per procedure. The state's 1,571 active colonoscopy providers offer patients numerous options across urban centers like Denver and Boulder as well as rural mountain communities.
Average
$385
Median
$309
Lowest
$85
Highest
$760
Providers
1,571
26% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does colonoscopy compare to related procedures in Colorado?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $85 | $344 | $969 | 1,596 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $85 | $467 | $1,282 | 1,413 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $117 | $243 | $627 | 1,345 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $85 | $236 | $829 | 1,652 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $16 | $26 | $85 | 1,878 |
| Echocardiogram Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler | 93306 | $77 | $169 | $428 | 1,528 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $51 | $104 | $275 | 1,580 |
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.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Why Colonoscopy Visit Costs Vary Across Colorado
Colorado's colonoscopy costs run approximately 7% above the national average, reflecting the state's higher cost of living and concentration of specialists in expensive metro areas like Boulder and Aspen. The state's unique geography creates significant access disparities between the Front Range urban corridor and remote mountain communities.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Denver and Colorado Springs offer abundant gastroenterology specialists and multiple ambulatory surgery centers, creating competitive pricing. Rural areas like the Western Slope and Eastern Plains have limited specialist access, often requiring patients to travel hours for procedures. Mountain resort communities like Vail and Telluride have high-cost specialty practices serving both residents and medical tourists.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Independent ambulatory surgery centers in Colorado typically charge 30-50% less than hospital outpatient departments for colonoscopy procedures. Major health systems like Presbyterian/Saint Joseph, National Jewish Health, and UCHealth operate higher-cost hospital-based programs but offer comprehensive care coordination. Smaller regional hospitals often contract with traveling gastroenterologists, which can affect scheduling and pricing.
Insurance Market Competition in Colorado
Strong competition between UnitedHealth Group, Anthem, and Kaiser Permanente creates favorable negotiated rates for colonoscopy procedures. The state's robust individual marketplace and employer insurance options give consumers leverage in choosing plans with better gastroenterology networks. Colorado's insurance commissioner actively monitors health plan adequacy, helping maintain reasonable specialist access standards.
Physician Supply and Demand in Colorado
With 1,571 active colonoscopy providers serving Colorado's population, the state maintains adequate specialist supply in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. The concentration of providers along the Front Range creates competitive pricing in metro Denver while rural patients face limited options and higher travel costs. Strong demand from Colorado's aging population and outdoor enthusiasts with GI issues keeps appointment availability tight at preferred practices.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — Colonoscopy Costs in Colorado
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Colonoscopy visit in Colorado?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 45378)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $4,430 | $1,595 |
| 2 | North Dakota Range: $165 – $2,255 | $1,558 |
| 3 | Minnesota Range: $90 – $2,255 | $1,217 |
| 4 | South Dakota Range: $85 – $2,255 | $895 |
| 5 | Massachusetts Range: $113 – $1,830 | $815 |
| 6 | Rhode Island Range: $91 – $1,830 | $781 |
| 7 | Connecticut Range: $90 – $1,830 | $748 |
| 8 | Delaware Range: $95 – $1,830 | $747 |
| 9 | Pennsylvania Range: $85 – $1,830 | $746 |
| 10 | New York Range: $101 – $1,830 | $743 |
| 11 | West Virginia Range: $85 – $1,395 | $612 |
| 12 | Nebraska Range: $265 – $815 | $594 |
| 13 | New Hampshire Range: $204 – $956 | $571 |
| 14 | Wyoming Range: $158 – $1,057 | $530 |
| 15 | North Carolina Range: $90 – $1,065 | $511 |
| 16 | Georgia Range: $90 – $982 | $507 |
| 17 | New Jersey Range: $110 – $1,117 | $505 |
| 18 | New Mexico Range: $168 – $954 | $502 |
| 19 | Iowa Range: $85 – $944 | $498 |
| 20 | Maine Range: $220 – $674 | $485 |
| 21 | Illinois Range: $85 – $901 | $443 |
| 22 | Utah Range: $85 – $741 | $441 |
| 23 | District of Columbia Range: $126 – $815 | $437 |
| 24 | Indiana Range: $81 – $835 | $425 |
| 25 | Vermont Range: $106 – $801 | $418 |
| 26 | Missouri Range: $174 – $634 | $417 |
| 27 | Washington Range: $80 – $856 | $411 |
| 28 | Oregon Range: $80 – $836 | $408 |
| 29 | Kentucky Range: $85 – $814 | $408 |
| 30 | Maryland Range: $162 – $712 | $396 |
| 31 | Michigan Range: $92 – $768 | $395 |
| 32 | Colorado Range: $85 – $760 | $385 |
| 33 | Hawaii Range: $85 – $757 | $385 |
| 34 | Mississippi Range: $151 – $719 | $381 |
| 35 | Alabama Range: $147 – $649 | $373 |
| 36 | Virginia Range: $124 – $682 | $368 |
| 37 | Louisiana Range: $116 – $670 | $366 |
| 38 | South Carolina Range: $90 – $695 | $363 |
| 39 | Idaho Range: $80 – $735 | $363 |
| 40 | Nevada Range: $204 – $553 | $351 |
| 41 | Arkansas Range: $85 – $634 | $345 |
| 42 | Texas Range: $85 – $634 | $336 |
| 43 | Kansas Range: $174 – $530 | $331 |
| 44 | Ohio Range: $85 – $565 | $325 |
| 45 | Tennessee Range: $90 – $582 | $320 |
| 46 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $606 | $303 |
| 47 | Arizona Range: $155 – $472 | $300 |
| 48 | California Range: $85 – $647 | $272 |
| 49 | Alaska Range: $80 – $648 | $269 |
| 50 | Montana Range: $80 – $538 | $233 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $604 | $231 |