Cost of a Colonoscopy Polyp Removal Visit
in Nevada
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Nevada's healthcare market sees growing competition among ambulatory surgery centers, particularly in Las Vegas, which helps moderate procedure costs for patients. Colonoscopy Polyp Removal costs in Nevada typically range from $319 to $740, with a median cost of $451 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 2,500 active providers statewide offering these services, patients have substantial options when selecting an in-network specialist for their procedure.
Average
$504
Median
$451
Lowest
$320
Highest
$740
Providers
2,572
33% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does colonoscopy with polyp removal compare to related procedures in Nevada?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $204 | $295 | $553 | 2,637 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $85 | $331 | $701 | 2,781 |
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy | 43235 | $197 | $228 | $467 | 2,544 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $85 | $256 | $571 | 2,691 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $14 | $29 | $85 | 2,914 |
| Echocardiogram Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler | 93306 | $85 | $219 | $321 | 2,598 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $76 | $133 | $221 | 2,649 |
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 45385 — Colonoscopy 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.
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 Polyp Removal Visit Costs Vary Across Nevada
Nevada's healthcare costs run approximately 8% above the national average, influenced by the state's rapid population growth and concentrated urban centers. The Las Vegas metropolitan area drives much of the state's healthcare utilization, while rural counties face significant access challenges.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Most of Nevada's gastroenterologists practice in Clark County (Las Vegas) and Washoe County (Reno), creating stark access differences for rural residents. Patients in rural Nevada often travel hundreds of miles for specialized procedures, sometimes crossing state lines for more convenient care. This geographic concentration allows urban areas to maintain competitive pricing while rural facilities can command premium rates.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Nevada's growing ambulatory surgery center market, particularly in Las Vegas, offers cost-effective alternatives to hospital-based procedures. Independent ASCs typically charge 20-30% less than hospital outpatient departments for the same colonoscopy procedure. Major health systems like Renown Health in Reno and Sunrise Health in Las Vegas operate both hospital and outpatient facilities with varying fee structures.
Insurance Market Competition in Nevada
The state's competitive insurance landscape with UnitedHealthCare, Anthem, and Aetna creates downward pressure on negotiated procedure rates. Nevada's ACA marketplace offers multiple carrier options in most counties, giving patients leverage in choosing plans with favorable gastroenterology networks. Rural counties have fewer insurer choices, which can result in higher patient costs due to limited network competition.
Physician Supply and Demand in Nevada
With over 2,500 providers performing colonoscopy procedures statewide, Nevada maintains adequate specialist availability in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This supply distribution affects both pricing and wait times, with Las Vegas and Reno offering competitive rates and shorter scheduling delays. Rural areas may have longer wait times but comparable or higher costs due to limited provider competition.
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 Polyp Removal Costs in Nevada
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 45385)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $81 – $5,357 | $2,018 |
| 2 | Washington Range: $80 – $3,638 | $1,402 |
| 3 | Oregon Range: $80 – $3,638 | $1,391 |
| 4 | Idaho Range: $80 – $3,638 | $1,373 |
| 5 | Alaska Range: $80 – $3,638 | $1,266 |
| 6 | Montana Range: $80 – $3,638 | $1,266 |
| 7 | Massachusetts Range: $80 – $2,338 | $1,051 |
| 8 | New York Range: $276 – $2,338 | $1,041 |
| 9 | Rhode Island Range: $80 – $2,338 | $1,031 |
| 10 | Connecticut Range: $213 – $2,338 | $1,026 |
| 11 | North Dakota Range: $80 – $2,334 | $976 |
| 12 | Pennsylvania Range: $80 – $2,338 | $962 |
| 13 | Delaware Range: $80 – $2,338 | $958 |
| 14 | Minnesota Range: $80 – $1,954 | $879 |
| 15 | New Hampshire Range: $457 – $1,285 | $866 |
| 16 | Wyoming Range: $332 – $1,540 | $808 |
| 17 | Nebraska Range: $360 – $1,090 | $799 |
| 18 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $1,785 | $773 |
| 19 | Maine Range: $494 – $926 | $763 |
| 20 | California Range: $30 – $1,785 | $756 |
| 21 | Iowa Range: $95 – $1,197 | $726 |
| 22 | District of Columbia Range: $212 – $1,372 | $726 |
| 23 | Georgia Range: $225 – $1,310 | $723 |
| 24 | New Mexico Range: $265 – $1,278 | $696 |
| 25 | North Carolina Range: $80 – $1,433 | $685 |
| 26 | New Jersey Range: $151 – $1,496 | $684 |
| 27 | West Virginia Range: $98 – $1,538 | $682 |
| 28 | Vermont Range: $333 – $1,096 | $661 |
| 29 | Utah Range: $80 – $1,090 | $630 |
| 30 | Colorado Range: $85 – $1,282 | $611 |
| 31 | Indiana Range: $80 – $1,197 | $596 |
| 32 | Kentucky Range: $202 – $1,136 | $586 |
| 33 | Missouri Range: $239 – $853 | $564 |
| 34 | South Dakota Range: $80 – $1,090 | $553 |
| 35 | Maryland Range: $226 – $1,002 | $550 |
| 36 | Michigan Range: $80 – $1,088 | $545 |
| 37 | Illinois Range: $220 – $944 | $542 |
| 38 | Louisiana Range: $197 – $918 | $514 |
| 39 | Mississippi Range: $209 – $963 | $514 |
| 40 | Nevada Range: $320 – $740 | $504 |
| 41 | South Carolina Range: $80 – $936 | $477 |
| 42 | Virginia Range: $98 – $916 | $471 |
| 43 | Arkansas Range: $85 – $853 | $464 |
| 44 | Alabama Range: $80 – $870 | $454 |
| 45 | Texas Range: $90 – $866 | $453 |
| 46 | Kansas Range: $239 – $713 | $451 |
| 47 | Ohio Range: $191 – $751 | $450 |
| 48 | Arizona Range: $213 – $715 | $432 |
| 49 | Tennessee Range: $90 – $796 | $428 |
| 50 | Florida Range: $35 – $815 | $302 |
| 51 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $646 | $272 |