Cost of a Upper Endoscopy Visit
in Mississippi
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Mississippi faces significant gastrointestinal health challenges, with higher rates of digestive cancers and stomach conditions compared to national averages, making Upper Endoscopy procedures particularly important for early detection and treatment. Patients typically pay between $100.64 and $544.40 for an Upper Endoscopy visit, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $228.82 based on negotiated insurance rates across the state's 1,295 active providers. Mississippi residents can browse all available Upper Endoscopy providers to find the most cost-effective option for their diagnostic or therapeutic needs.
Average
$291
Median
$229
Lowest
$101
Highest
$544
Providers
1,295
24% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does upper endoscopy (egd) compare to related procedures in Mississippi?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy Diagnostic colonoscopy | 45378 | $151 | $273 | $719 | 1,309 |
| Colonoscopy with Biopsy Colonoscopy with biopsy | 45380 | $162 | $349 | $850 | 1,310 |
| Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal Colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare | 45385 | $209 | $368 | $963 | 1,304 |
| Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy | 43239 | $114 | $286 | $621 | 1,314 |
| ECG / EKG 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation | 93000 | $13 | $16 | $58 | 1,380 |
| Echocardiogram Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler | 93306 | $57 | $141 | $377 | 1,318 |
| OB Ultrasound Obstetric ultrasound, complete | 76805 | $38 | $80 | $189 | 1,314 |
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 Mississippi
Mississippi's Upper Endoscopy costs run approximately 24% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower overall healthcare costs and limited urban healthcare markets. The state's heavily rural geography creates significant access challenges, with most gastroenterology specialists concentrated in Jackson, Tupelo, and the Gulf Coast region.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Mississippi's 82 counties include vast rural areas where patients may drive hours to reach the nearest Upper Endoscopy provider. Jackson and the surrounding metro area contain the highest concentration of gastroenterology practices, while the Mississippi Delta region faces severe specialist shortages. This geographic disparity often forces rural patients to pay higher travel costs even when procedure fees are lower.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based endoscopy centers at major systems like University of Mississippi Medical Center typically charge higher facility fees but offer more comprehensive services. Independent ambulatory surgery centers, particularly around Jackson and Tupelo, often provide more competitive pricing for routine procedures. Community hospitals in smaller cities may offer limited endoscopy services with longer wait times but lower overall costs.
Insurance Market Competition in Mississippi
BCBS Mississippi holds the largest market share, followed by UHC and Magnolia, creating limited insurer competition that affects negotiated rates. This concentrated market means fewer network options for patients and potentially higher costs due to reduced competitive pressure. Rural areas often have even fewer participating providers, giving insurers less leverage in rate negotiations.
Physician Supply and Demand in Mississippi
With 1,295 Upper Endoscopy providers serving Mississippi's population, the state maintains adequate specialist availability in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This uneven distribution creates longer wait times in underserved areas, potentially driving some patients to seek care out-of-state. The relatively stable provider count suggests balanced supply and demand in metropolitan markets, helping keep costs below national averages.
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 Mississippi
What is the average cost of a Upper Endoscopy visit in Mississippi without insurance?
Does Mississippi Medicaid cover Upper Endoscopy visits?
How do I find an affordable Upper Endoscopy near me in Mississippi?
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 Mississippi?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Upper Endoscopy in Mississippi?
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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 |