Cost of a Upper Endoscopy Visit
in Alaska
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Alaska's remote geography and limited medical infrastructure create unique challenges for specialized care access, with many patients traveling hundreds of miles for procedures. Patients seeking Upper Endoscopy services typically pay between $105 and $759, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $275 based on negotiated insurance rates. Alaska maintains 37 active Upper Endoscopy providers serving the state's diverse communities, and patients can browse all available providers to find the most convenient and affordable option for their needs.
Average
$380
Median
$275
Lowest
$105
Highest
$759
Providers
37
1% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does upper endoscopy (egd) compare to related procedures in Alaska?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $80 | $80 | $648 | 374 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $80 | $80 | $837 | 375 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $80 | $80 | $3,638 | 358 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $80 | $80 | $606 | 373 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $14 | $80 | $95 | 388 |
| Echocardiogram Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler | 93306 | $80 | $80 | $345 | 372 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $51 | $328 | $991 | 375 |
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 43235 — EGD, diagnostic). 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 43235 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 43235 (EGD, diagnostic), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 43235 covers: the provider's professional fee for upper endoscopy (egd). 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 Upper Endoscopy Visit Costs Vary Across Alaska
Alaska's healthcare costs run approximately 35% above national averages, driven by extreme geographic isolation and the highest cost of living in the nation. The state's unique challenges include weather-dependent transportation, limited infrastructure, and the need to import most medical supplies and recruit specialists from outside Alaska.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Alaska's 663,300 square miles contain only 37 Upper Endoscopy providers, creating stark access disparities between Anchorage-Fairbanks and rural communities. Patients in remote areas often face costly travel and overnight stays to reach specialists in urban centers. Bush communities rely heavily on telemedicine consultations and medical transport programs for specialty care access.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient clinics in Alaska charge significantly higher facility fees than independent practices due to elevated operational costs including heating, staffing, and supply transportation. Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Regional Hospital dominate Anchorage's specialty care market, while independent practices offer more competitive pricing. Rural hospitals often lack Upper Endoscopy capabilities, requiring patient transfers to urban facilities.
Insurance Market Competition in Alaska
Premera Blue Cross controls the majority of Alaska's individual and group insurance markets, limiting competitive pressure on negotiated rates with providers. The concentrated insurer market reduces administrative complexity for providers but may result in higher negotiated rates. Alaska's small population and geographic challenges make it difficult for new insurers to enter the market effectively.
Physician Supply and Demand in Alaska
With 37 active Upper Endoscopy providers serving a dispersed population of 733,000, Alaska maintains adequate specialist coverage in urban areas but significant shortages in rural regions. The limited provider supply allows specialists to command premium rates, particularly in Anchorage where most practices are located. Long wait times for non-urgent procedures reflect the supply-demand imbalance affecting pricing and access patterns.
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 — Upper Endoscopy Costs in Alaska
What is the average cost of a Upper Endoscopy visit in Alaska without insurance?
Does Alaska Medicaid cover Upper Endoscopy visits?
How do I find an affordable Upper Endoscopy near me in Alaska?
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 Upper Endoscopy visit in Alaska?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Upper Endoscopy in Alaska?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 43235)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $130 – $4,430 | $1,697 |
| 2 | Massachusetts Range: $159 – $1,259 | $625 |
| 3 | New Hampshire Range: $288 – $813 | $547 |
| 4 | Maine Range: $333 – $583 | $493 |
| 5 | Nebraska Range: $176 – $691 | $487 |
| 6 | Iowa Range: $135 – $691 | $473 |
| 7 | North Dakota Range: $118 – $853 | $440 |
| 8 | Wyoming Range: $161 – $864 | $438 |
| 9 | Georgia Range: $119 – $830 | $433 |
| 10 | North Carolina Range: $120 – $853 | $424 |
| 11 | West Virginia Range: $93 – $889 | $419 |
| 12 | Vermont Range: $211 – $673 | $415 |
| 13 | Minnesota Range: $117 – $695 | $408 |
| 14 | Washington Range: $152 – $759 | $408 |
| 15 | Rhode Island Range: $109 – $718 | $406 |
| 16 | Utah Range: $98 – $627 | $405 |
| 17 | New York Range: $159 – $771 | $401 |
| 18 | New Mexico Range: $141 – $724 | $391 |
| 19 | District of Columbia Range: $115 – $701 | $387 |
| 20 | Alaska Range: $105 – $759 | $380 |
| 21 | Connecticut Range: $118 – $683 | $367 |
| 22 | Indiana Range: $90 – $691 | $361 |
| 23 | Delaware Range: $109 – $701 | $361 |
| 24 | Pennsylvania Range: $90 – $715 | $360 |
| 25 | South Dakota Range: $103 – $691 | $356 |
| 26 | Missouri Range: $115 – $535 | $354 |
| 27 | New Jersey Range: $74 – $758 | $354 |
| 28 | Oregon Range: $85 – $691 | $346 |
| 29 | Maryland Range: $109 – $666 | $337 |
| 30 | Hawaii Range: $82 – $636 | $331 |
| 31 | Colorado Range: $117 – $627 | $329 |
| 32 | Kentucky Range: $106 – $631 | $328 |
| 33 | Michigan Range: $121 – $572 | $322 |
| 34 | Idaho Range: $86 – $623 | $316 |
| 35 | Illinois Range: $118 – $534 | $314 |
| 36 | South Carolina Range: $109 – $564 | $305 |
| 37 | Montana Range: $90 – $581 | $301 |
| 38 | Arkansas Range: $90 – $535 | $299 |
| 39 | Nevada Range: $197 – $467 | $297 |
| 40 | Virginia Range: $95 – $551 | $291 |
| 41 | Mississippi Range: $101 – $544 | $291 |
| 42 | Alabama Range: $98 – $500 | $279 |
| 43 | Texas Range: $90 – $508 | $276 |
| 44 | Louisiana Range: $96 – $484 | $270 |
| 45 | Tennessee Range: $101 – $473 | $266 |
| 46 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $521 | $263 |
| 47 | Kansas Range: $115 – $411 | $262 |
| 48 | California Range: $80 – $598 | $254 |
| 49 | Ohio Range: $77 – $474 | $249 |
| 50 | Arizona Range: $71 – $455 | $233 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $496 | $195 |