Becker's Healthcare August 11, 2023
Riz Hatton

ASCs are typically the cheaper site of care to receive a colonoscopy with a biopsy compared to hospital outpatient departments, according to data from Sidecar Health’s care calculator.

These prices are an estimated benefit amount only. Exact coverage/reimbursement depends upon the services listed on the itemized bill, according to health insurance company Sidecar Health.

Here are the costs of colonoscopies with biopsies at ASCs and HOPDs in every state and Washington, D.C., according to the care calculator:

Alabama

ASC: $1,206

HOPD: $1,786

Alaska

ASC: $1,632

HOPD: $2,417

Arizona

ASC: $1,365

HOPD: $2,022

Arkansas

ASC: $1,196

HOPD: $1,771

California

ASC: $1,498

HOPD: $2,219

Colorado

ASC: $1,319

HOPD: $1,953

Connecticut

ASC: $1,443

HOPD: $2,137

Delaware

ASC: $1,402

HOPD: $2,076

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