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DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY Cost in Chicago, IL

15 hospitals in the Chicago area report pricing for diagnostic colonoscopy. The average cash price is $1,810.

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Hospitals

in Chicago area

Average List Price

$3,589

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$1,810

50% below list price

Price Range

$1,926 – $7,596

3.9x spread

DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY costs an average of $1,810 (cash/self-pay price) in Chicago, IL, based on data from 15 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $1,926 to $7,596 depending on the hospital and facility type. These figures come from hospital machine-readable price transparency files published under federal CMS rules, not estimates.

Hospital Prices in Chicago

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	CHICAGO	$4,752	$1,235-74%	$347 – $4,550	0.1/10
PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	CHICAGO	$4,752	$1,235-74%	$347 – $4,550	0.1/10
SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL-EVANSTON Voluntary non-profit - Church	EVANSTON	$7,596	$1,235-84%	$347 – $11,381	0.1/10
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	$2,657	$1,594-40%	—	0.1/10
ANN & ROBERT H LURIE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF CHICAGO Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	$2,400	$1,680-30%	$900 – $2,656	0.1/10
THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	$1,926	$1,926	$687 – $2,500	0.1/10
JACKSON PARK HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	$2,579	$2,063-20%	—	0.1/10
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	$3,607	$2,525-30%	$18 – $3,607	0.1/10
INSIGHT HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER CHICAGO Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	$3,500	$2,800-20%	$1,750 – $2,800	0.1/10
LORETTO HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Other	CHICAGO	$2,125	N/A	$2,125 – $2,125	0.1/10
SAINT ANTHONY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	N/A	N/A	$950 – $1,453	0.1/10
LOUIS A WEISS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Proprietary	CHICAGO	N/A	N/A	$922 – $2,430	0.1/10
PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO Voluntary non-profit - Church	CHICAGO	N/A	N/A	$950 – $950	0.1/10
WEST SUBURBAN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other	OAK PARK	N/A	N/A	$922 – $2,430	0.1/10
ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	CHICAGO	N/A	N/A	$1,378 – $6,181	0.1/10

AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$4,752

Cash Price

$1,235-74%

Negotiated Range

$347 – $4,550

PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$4,752

Cash Price

$1,235-74%

Negotiated Range

$347 – $4,550

SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL-EVANSTON

EVANSTON, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$7,596

Cash Price

$1,235-84%

Negotiated Range

$347 – $11,381

THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICAL CENTER

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,657

Cash Price

$1,594-40%

ANN & ROBERT H LURIE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF CHICAGO

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,400

Cash Price

$1,680-30%

Negotiated Range

$900 – $2,656

THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,926

Cash Price

$1,926

Negotiated Range

$687 – $2,500

JACKSON PARK HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,579

Cash Price

$2,063-20%

NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,607

Cash Price

$2,525-30%

Negotiated Range

$18 – $3,607

INSIGHT HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER CHICAGO

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,500

Cash Price

$2,800-20%

Negotiated Range

$1,750 – $2,800

LORETTO HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$2,125

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,125 – $2,125

SAINT ANTHONY HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$950 – $1,453

LOUIS A WEISS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$922 – $2,430

PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$950 – $950

WEST SUBURBAN MEDICAL CENTER

OAK PARK, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$922 – $2,430

ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,378 – $6,181

What Affects DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY Cost in Chicago, IL

Hospital charges for diagnostic colonoscopy in Chicago, IL vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

The price of diagnostic colonoscopy varies based on hospital size, ownership type (nonprofit vs. for-profit), and whether the facility belongs to a large health system. Consolidated systems often maintain higher prices due to reduced local competition.

Based on data from 15 hospitals in Chicago, IL, diagnostic colonoscopy prices range from $1,926 to $7,596 — a 3.9x difference. This wide variation underscores why comparing prices before scheduling is critical for controlling your out-of-pocket costs.

Hospital vs. Outpatient Center Pricing in Chicago, IL

Hospital pricing for diagnostic colonoscopy in Chicago, IL varies based on facility size, ownership type, and local market competition. Larger health systems and academic medical centers often have higher chargemaster prices, while community hospitals and outpatient clinics may offer more competitive rates.

When comparing options for diagnostic colonoscopy, consider both price and quality metrics. MyCareCost includes compliance and quality data alongside pricing to help you make a more informed decision.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Chicago, IL

Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access diagnostic colonoscopy at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Chicago, IL offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.

In Chicago, IL, the average cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy is $1,810, which is 50% lower than the average list price of $3,589. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.

For insured patients, the negotiated rate between your plan and the hospital determines your cost share. If you haven't met your deductible, you may pay more than the cash price. It's worth asking the hospital whether their self-pay rate is lower than what your insurance would charge — some patients save money by not filing a claim.

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Frequently Asked Questions About DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY Cost in Chicago, IL

How much does DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY cost in Chicago, IL?▼

The average cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy in Chicago, IL is $1,810. Prices range from $1,926 to $7,596 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY prices vary so much in Chicago, IL?▼

Hospital prices for diagnostic colonoscopy in Chicago, IL differ based on facility type (hospital vs. independent center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.

Can I get a cheaper DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY by paying cash?▼

Yes. In Chicago, IL, the average cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy is $1,810, which is 50% below the average list price of $3,589. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY in Chicago, IL?▼

The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Chicago, IL offers the lowest cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.

Does insurance cover DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY?▼

Most health insurance plans cover diagnostic colonoscopy when medically necessary and ordered by a physician. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Contact your insurer for a pre-authorization estimate.

Data sourced from hospital machine-readable price transparency files as required by 45 CFR Parts 180 and 182. Prices are informational only and may not reflect current rates. Always confirm pricing directly with the hospital before scheduling.