Cost of a Colonoscopy Visit
in Kansas
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Kansas ranks among states with lower healthcare costs, reflecting its rural character and restrained provider overhead compared to coastal markets. Colonoscopy procedures in Kansas typically range from $174 to $530, with most patients paying around $289 based on negotiated insurance rates. The state hosts 1,761 active providers performing colonoscopies, giving patients across Kansas's 105 counties reasonable access to gastroenterology services despite the state's geographic spread.
Average
$331
Median
$289
Lowest
$174
Highest
$530
Providers
1,761
36% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does colonoscopy compare to related procedures in Kansas?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $188 | $328 | $646 | 1,759 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $239 | $401 | $713 | 1,716 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $115 | $259 | $411 | 1,732 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $130 | $345 | $526 | 1,766 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $14 | $21 | $53 | 1,967 |
| Echocardiogram Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler | 93306 | $71 | $169 | $316 | 1,767 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $48 | $94 | $165 | 1,874 |
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 Kansas
Kansas healthcare costs run approximately 7% below national averages, benefiting from lower overhead costs in rural areas and less aggressive pricing compared to urban coastal markets. The state's agricultural economy and restrained cost of living translate into more affordable healthcare delivery across most specialties including gastroenterology.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Kansas City and Wichita metro areas concentrate most of the state's gastroenterologists, while western Kansas counties may require patients to travel 100+ miles for colonoscopy procedures. This geographic disparity creates cost variations, with rural patients often facing additional travel expenses but potentially lower procedure fees. Telemedicine consultations are increasingly used for pre-procedure planning in underserved areas.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Major Kansas health systems like the University of Kansas Health System and Ascension Via Christi operate hospital-based endoscopy centers with higher overhead costs than independent practices. Many gastroenterologists in Kansas work in ambulatory surgery centers that offer more competitive pricing without hospital facility fees. Independent practices remain common throughout Kansas, particularly in smaller cities where they can offer more personalized cost arrangements.
Insurance Market Competition in Kansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield Kansas maintains the largest market share, followed by UnitedHealthcare and Aetna, creating moderate insurer competition that helps contain costs. The relatively concentrated market means most Kansas providers participate in these major networks, giving patients good access. Limited competition from smaller regional insurers keeps negotiated rates stable but prevents the aggressive price competition seen in more diverse markets.
Physician Supply and Demand in Kansas
With 1,761 providers performing colonoscopies across Kansas, the state maintains adequate gastroenterology access relative to its population of 2.9 million residents. This healthy provider-to-population ratio prevents the supply shortages that drive up costs in other states. Wait times for routine screening procedures typically remain reasonable, though specialty cases may require longer scheduling lead times in rural areas.
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 Kansas
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Colonoscopy visit in Kansas?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Colonoscopy in Kansas?
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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 |