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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.
Modesto, California

Cost of a Colonoscopy Polyp Removal Visit
in Modesto

Modesto's healthcare market shows limited provider availability for specialized gastroenterology services, with significant cost variations across the Central Valley region. Patients in Modesto pay between $80 and $407 for a Colonoscopy Polyp Removal visit, with a median of $80. The city currently has 0 active providers in our database (0 individual practitioners, 0 group practices).

Cost Summary for Colonoscopy Polyp Removal in Modesto

Low Estimate

$80

Median

$80

High Estimate

$407

Providers

69

National avg: $752Modesto: $80

89% 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 45385Colonoscopy with removal of polyps by snare). 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 45385 covers

Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 45385 (Colonoscopy with removal of polyps by snare), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.

What CPT 45385 covers: the provider's professional fee for colonoscopy with polyp removal. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.

Is It Cheaper to See a Colonoscopy Polyp Removal Near Modesto?

Modesto offers significantly lower costs compared to nearby cities, with a median of $80 versus $453 in Stockton (27 miles away) and $420 in San Jose (53 miles). Fremont shows the highest costs at $625 median, making Modesto the most cost-effective option in the region. This 82% savings compared to the California state median makes Modesto an attractive option for patients willing to travel for affordable care.

Cost comparison with nearby cities
CityMedian Costvs. ModestoProviders
Modesto (this city)$8069
Stockton27.2 mi away$453+$37319
San Jose53 mi away$420+$34033
Fremont54.7 mi away$625+$545129

Nearby cities sorted by distance. Delta = nearby city median minus Modesto median. Provider count reflects active providers for this specialty.

Colonoscopy Polyp Removal Visit Costs by City in California2026

Colonoscopy Polyp Removal visit costs across cities in California
CityMin CostMedian CostMax Cost
Santa Monica$85$1,785$1,785
Burbank$85$1,785$1,785
Thousand Oaks$85$1,785$1,785
Valencia$85$1,785$1,785
Van Nuys$85$1,785$1,785
Westlake Village$85$1,785$1,785
Ventura$85$1,785$1,785
Sylmar$80$1,785$1,785
Porter Ranch$85$1,785$1,785
Calabasas$85$1,785$1,785
Santa Clarita$85$1,785$1,785
West Hills$85$1,360$1,785
Sonoma$228$798$830
San Rafael$150$798$798
Novato$32$798$798
Larkspur$30$798$1,785
Stanford$80$796$2,338
Travis Afb$55$776$2,334
Woodland Hills$80$724$1,785
Beverly Hills$85$715$1,785
Torrance$85$715$1,785
Marina Del Rey$85$715$1,785
Tarzana$85$715$1,785
Culver City$85$715$1,785
Palo Alto$80$646$2,338
Oakland$85$626$2,338
Fremont$425$625$839
Pasadena$80$625$1,785
Covina$80$625$625
Arcadia$80$625$1,785
Redondo Beach$85$625$1,785
Northridge$80$625$1,785
Glendora$30$625$926
Pleasanton$80$567$1,704
Salinas$80$539$1,396
El Segundo$318$535$1,285
South Lake Tahoe$519$519$647
San Leandro$80$489$839
Santa Barbara$80$483$1,785
San Francisco$30$480$2,338
La Jolla$30$472$2,338
Long Beach$30$469$1,785
Downey$82$464$1,785
Clovis$352$462$462
Glendale$85$453$1,785
Bakersfield$80$453$1,785
Ukiah$30$453$814
Lodi$343$453$1,055
Simi Valley$85$453$1,785
Yuba City$268$453$878
Hanford$365$453$549
Stockton$80$453$1,785
Marysville$453$453$553
Roseville$75$453$3,638
Chico$30$453$605
Willits$228$453$453
Visalia$80$438$1,625
Walnut Creek$35$434$839
Loma Linda$80$430$2,338
Pomona$30$423$744
San Jose$30$420$1,785
Alhambra$80$419$1,785
Lancaster$42$415$1,077
San Diego$80$412$1,785
Napa$30$391$798
Eureka$30$391$391
Petaluma$30$391$798
Victorville$30$391$594
Diamond Bar$30$391$625
Fortuna$30$391$903
Hesperia$30$391$435
Redding$30$391$1,201
Los Alamitos$80$368$1,785
Rancho Mirage$30$367$2,074
Cerritos$30$152$1,154
Fountain Valley$30$85$1,785
Whittier$30$85$1,785
Corona$30$82$1,785
Placentia$30$82$1,785
Fullerton$30$80$391
Irvine$30$80$625
Mission Viejo$30$80$391
Newport Beach$30$80$1,785
Modesto (this city)$80$80$407
Anaheim$30$80$710
Santa Ana$30$80$1,785
Yorba Linda$30$80$391
Riverside$30$80$1,785
Palm Springs$80$80$1,785
Huntington Beach$30$80$977
Brea$30$80$391
San Luis Obispo$80$80$1,785
Costa Mesa$30$80$625
Tustin$30$80$1,130
Laguna Hills$30$80$1,785
Apple Valley$30$80$391
Colton$30$80$657
Laguna Niguel$30$80$391
Garden Grove$30$80$566
San Clemente$30$80$439
Turlock$72$80$928
Upland$30$80$1,152

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 with polyp removal compare to related procedures in California?

ProcedureCPTLowMedianHighProviders
Colonoscopy

Diagnostic colonoscopy

45378$85$85$6475,883
Colonoscopy with Biopsy

Colonoscopy with biopsy

45380$80$308$1,78512,256
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 Polyp Removal Costs in Modesto

What is the average cost of a Colonoscopy Polyp Removal visit in Modesto without insurance?

Without insurance, Colonoscopy Polyp Removal visits in Modesto range from $80 to $407, with a median cost of $80. This represents one of the most affordable rates in California, sitting 82% below the state median of $453. Self-pay patients can expect significant savings compared to major metropolitan areas.

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

Current pricing data for Modesto shows follow-up visits (CPT 99214) with a median cost of $80. New patient consultations typically cost 20-40% more than follow-ups due to extended evaluation time, though specific new patient pricing data is not currently available for Modesto providers. Patients should contact providers directly for new patient consultation rates.

Are there lower-cost Colonoscopy Polyp Removal options in cities near Modesto?

Modesto actually offers the lowest costs in the region, with a median of $80 compared to Stockton at $453, San Jose at $420, and Fremont at $625. Patients in nearby cities may benefit from traveling to Modesto for more affordable Colonoscopy Polyp Removal services. The savings can be substantial, with patients potentially saving $340-545 per visit.

How do I find a highly rated, affordable Colonoscopy Polyp Removal in Modesto?

While Modesto currently shows 0 active providers in our database, the cost range of $80-$407 indicates competitive pricing when providers are available. Patients may need to expand their search to nearby cities like Stockton or San Jose. Our platform filters providers based on both affordability and patient ratings to help you find quality care.

What should I expect to pay for a Colonoscopy Polyp Removal visit in Modesto with insurance?

With insurance, your out-of-pocket costs depend on your specific plan's copay, deductible, and coinsurance structure. Since Modesto's negotiated rates range from $80-$407 with a median of $80, insured patients typically pay a fraction of these amounts. Contact your insurance provider to understand your specific benefits for gastroenterology visits.

How many Colonoscopy Polyp Removals are currently practicing in Modesto?

Our current database shows 0 active Colonoscopy Polyp Removal providers in Modesto, though this may reflect data collection limitations rather than actual provider availability. Patients may need to consider specialists in nearby cities like Stockton (19 providers) or San Jose (33 providers). Contact local hospitals and medical centers for the most current provider information.

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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 Colonoscopy with removal of polyps by snare (CPT 45385) in Modesto, 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 45385, Modesto, California providers. Rates represent in-network negotiated amounts and may vary by plan type.

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