Cost of a Colonoscopy Visit
in Michigan
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Michigan's healthcare landscape benefits from Medicaid expansion and competitive insurer markets, helping keep colonoscopy costs approximately 3% below national averages. Patients typically pay between $91.53 and $767.71 for colonoscopy procedures, with a median negotiated rate of $326.64 among Michigan's 1,803 active providers. Browse all colonoscopy providers across Michigan to find the most affordable option for your specific insurance plan.
Average
$395
Median
$327
Lowest
$92
Highest
$768
Providers
1,803
24% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does colonoscopy compare to related procedures in Michigan?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $80 | $393 | $887 | 2,214 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $80 | $467 | $1,088 | 2,038 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $121 | $274 | $572 | 1,673 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $80 | $259 | $685 | 2,142 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $15 | $21 | $95 | 2,698 |
| Echocardiogram Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler | 93306 | $67 | $166 | $405 | 2,196 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $42 | $88 | $216 | 2,133 |
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 Michigan
Michigan's colonoscopy costs run approximately 3% below national averages, reflecting the state's competitive insurance market and balanced urban-rural healthcare infrastructure. The Great Lakes State's mix of major metropolitan areas and rural communities creates distinct pricing patterns across different regions.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Metropolitan Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor concentrate most of Michigan's gastroenterology specialists, creating higher demand and pricing in these urban centers. Rural northern Michigan and Upper Peninsula residents often travel significant distances for colonoscopy procedures, with limited local provider options. This geographic disparity influences both procedure costs and patient travel expenses for specialized care.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned endoscopy centers in Michigan typically charge higher facility fees compared to independent gastroenterology practices and ambulatory surgery centers. Major health systems like Henry Ford Health, Spectrum Health, and University of Michigan Health dominate many markets, setting regional pricing standards. Independent endoscopy centers often offer competitive cash-pay rates and more flexible payment arrangements.
Insurance Market Competition in Michigan
BCBS Michigan maintains significant market share alongside national insurers UHC and Aetna, creating moderate competition that helps control negotiated rates. This multi-insurer environment prevents any single payer from dominating rate negotiations with gastroenterology providers. Regional insurers and Medicaid managed care plans add additional competitive pressure on colonoscopy pricing throughout the state.
Physician Supply and Demand in Michigan
Michigan's 1,803 active colonoscopy providers suggest adequate specialist availability relative to the state's 10 million residents, helping moderate pricing pressures. The concentration of medical schools and residency programs in Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids maintains steady physician supply. Balanced supply and demand dynamics contribute to Michigan's below-national-average colonoscopy costs and reasonable appointment availability.
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 Michigan
What is the average cost of a Colonoscopy visit in Michigan without insurance?
Does Michigan Medicaid cover Colonoscopy visits?
How do I find an affordable Colonoscopy near me in Michigan?
What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?
Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Colonoscopy visit in Michigan?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Colonoscopy in Michigan?
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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 |