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Colonoscopy Cost in Iowa

80 hospitals in Iowa report pricing for colonoscopy. The average cash price is $1,456.

Hospitals

80

in Iowa

Average List Price

$1,851

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$1,456

21% below list price

Price Range

$426 – $13,310

31.2x spread

DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY costs an average of $1,456 (cash/self-pay price) in Iowa, based on data from 80 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $426 to $13,310 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 Iowa

Sorted by lowest cash price
FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

CHARLES CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$426

Cash Price

$170-60%

Negotiated Range

$153$693

FLOYD VALLEY HEALTHCARE

LE MARS, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$426

Cash Price

$170-60%

Negotiated Range

$153$693

DECATUR COUNTY HOSPITAL

LEON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$471

Cash Price

$377-20%

Negotiated Range

$153$480

BOONE COUNTY HOSPITAL

BOONE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$522

Cash Price

$417-20%

Negotiated Range

$153$558

ORANGE CITY AREA HEALTH SYSTEM

ORANGE CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$578

Cash Price

$462-20%

Negotiated Range

$91$585

GENESIS MEDICAL CENTER-DAVENPORT

DAVENPORT, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

$819

Cash Price

$491-40%

GENESIS MEDICAL CENTER-DEWITT

DEWITT, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$860

Cash Price

$516-40%

Negotiated Range

$628$2,679

GREENE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

JEFFERSON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,121

Cash Price

$628-44%

Negotiated Range

$150$1,064

AVERA MERRILL PIONEER HOSPITAL

ROCK RAPIDS, IA · Avera Health

0.1/10

List Price

$682

Cash Price

$662-3%

Negotiated Range

$352$514

CASS COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

ATLANTIC, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,004

Cash Price

$703-30%

Negotiated Range

$148$1,024

WASHINGTON COUNTY HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

WASHINGTON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$958

Cash Price

$719-25%

Negotiated Range

$157$958

SHENANDOAH MEDICAL CENTER

SHENANDOAH, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,115

Cash Price

$725-35%

Negotiated Range

$151$1,137

MAHASKA HEALTH PARTNERSHIP

OSKALOOSA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$853

Cash Price

$725-15%

Negotiated Range

$153$853

IOWA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL - CLARION

CLARION, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,285

Cash Price

$771-40%

Negotiated Range

$153$964

IOWA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL - BELMOND

BELMOND, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,285

Cash Price

$771-40%

Negotiated Range

$153$964

KNOXVILLE HOSPITAL & CLINICS

KNOXVILLE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,291

Cash Price

$775-40%

Negotiated Range

$153$1,356

GREATER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

CRESTON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,119

Cash Price

$783-30%

STORY COUNTY HOSPITAL

NEVADA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$989

Cash Price

$791-20%

Negotiated Range

$164$164

RINGGOLD COUNTY HOSPITAL

MOUNT AYR, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$904

Cash Price

$814-10%

ALLEN HOSPITAL

WATERLOO, IA · UnityPoint Health

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$2,485

GRINNELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

GRINNELL, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$907

ST LUKES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

SIOUX CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$2,433

TRINITY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

FORT DODGE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$2,393

UNITYPOINT HEALTH - MARSHALLTOWN

MARSHALLTOWN, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$1,602

TRINITY MUSCATINE

MUSCATINE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$2,341

FINLEY HOSPITAL

DUBUQUE, IA · UnityPoint Health

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$2,106

TRINITY - BETTENDORF

BETTENDORF, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$2,341

UNITYPOINT HEALTH - DES MOINES IOWA METHODIST MEDI

DES MOINES, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,017

Cash Price

$814-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$2,341

WAVERLY HEALTH CENTER

WAVERLY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,568

Cash Price

$815-48%

Negotiated Range

$137$1,333

VAN DIEST MEDICAL CENTER

WEBSTER CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,049

Cash Price

$839-20%

Negotiated Range

$499$787

CLARINDA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

CLARINDA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,436

Cash Price

$847-41%

Negotiated Range

$137$1,436

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

SIBLEY, IA · Avera Health

0.1/10

List Price

$1,179

Cash Price

$944-20%

Negotiated Range

$352$514

SIOUX CENTER HEALTH

SIOUX CENTER, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,014

Cash Price

$984-3%

Negotiated Range

$352$514

LUCAS COUNTY HEALTH CENTER

CHARITON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,100

Cash Price

$990-10%

Negotiated Range

$605$1,045

BURGESS HEALTH CENTER

ONAWA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,263

Cash Price

$1,010-20%

Negotiated Range

$644$1,263

DAVIS COUNTY HOSPITAL

BLOOMFIELD, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,029

Cash Price

$1,029

Negotiated Range

$153$1,060

ST ANTHONY REGIONAL HOSPITAL & NURSING HOME

CARROLL, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,065

Cash Price

$1,065

Negotiated Range

$77$1,086

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL

VINTON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,359

Cash Price

$1,087-20%

Negotiated Range

$70$1,386

JEFFERSON COUNTY HEALTH CENTER

FAIRFIELD, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,857

Cash Price

$1,114-40%

Negotiated Range

$75$1,857

CHEROKEE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

CHEROKEE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,245

Cash Price

$1,121-10%

Negotiated Range

$1,245$1,245

CHI HEALTH - MERCY CORNING

CORNING, IA · CommonSpirit Health

0.1/10

List Price

$2,352

Cash Price

$1,129-52%

Negotiated Range

$323$2,305

MITCHELL COUNTY REGIONAL HEALTH

OSAGE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,295

Cash Price

$1,165-10%

Negotiated Range

$21$1,256

JONES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

ANAMOSA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,472

Cash Price

$1,177-20%

Negotiated Range

$83$582

GUTTENBERG MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL

GUTTENBERG, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,688

Cash Price

$1,350-20%

Negotiated Range

$163$1,688

CLARKE COUNTY HOSPITAL

OSCEOLA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,429

Cash Price

$1,429

Negotiated Range

$95$594

GUTHRIE COUNTY HOSPITAL

GUTHRIE CENTER, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,486

Cash Price

$1,486

Negotiated Range

$153$1,486

WAYNE COUNTY HOSPITAL

CORYDON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,591

Cash Price

$1,591

Negotiated Range

$153$1,591

BUCHANAN COUNTY HEALTH CENTER

INDEPENDENCE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,893

Cash Price

$1,609-15%

Negotiated Range

$1,022$1,703

HAWARDEN REGIONAL HEALTHCARE

HAWARDEN, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,972

Cash Price

$1,676-15%

Negotiated Range

$1,873$1,913

ADAIR COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

GREENFIELD, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,270

Cash Price

$1,703-25%

Negotiated Range

$165$2,315

HUMBOLDT COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

HUMBOLDT, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,015

Cash Price

$1,814-10%

Negotiated Range

$679$2,015

JACKSON COUNTY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

MAQUOKETA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,231

Cash Price

$2,231

Negotiated Range

$338$2,842

COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER

SUMNER, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,976

Cash Price

$2,381-20%

Negotiated Range

$125$2,858

COMPASS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE

MARENGO, IA · COMPASS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE

0.1/10

List Price

$2,976

Cash Price

$2,381-20%

Negotiated Range

$125$2,858

VAN BUREN COUNTY HOSPITAL

KEOSAUQUA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,439

Cash Price

$2,407-30%

Negotiated Range

$153$3,370

BROADLAWNS MEDICAL CENTER

DES MOINES, IA · Broadlawns Medical Center

0.1/10

List Price

$2,410

Cash Price

$2,410

Negotiated Range

$240$2,410

MANNING REGIONAL HEALTHCARE CENTER

MANNING, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,416

Cash Price

$2,425-29%

Negotiated Range

$153$3,586

MADISON COUNTY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

WINTERSET, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,090

Cash Price

$2,472-20%

Negotiated Range

$153$3,090

WINNMED

DECORAH, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,672

Cash Price

$2,570-30%

Negotiated Range

$1,035$3,562

DALLAS COUNTY HOSPITAL

PERRY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$4,014

Cash Price

$2,609-35%

Negotiated Range

$186$3,412

KOSSUTH REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

ALGONA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,493

Cash Price

$2,794-20%

Negotiated Range

$153$3,633

GEORGE C GRAPE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

HAMBURG, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,594

Cash Price

$3,235-10%

Negotiated Range

$1,797$3,486

AUDUBON COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

AUDUBON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,250

Cash Price

$3,250

Negotiated Range

$153$3,413

STEWART MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

LAKE CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$4,253

Cash Price

$3,402-20%

Negotiated Range

$1,968$4,253

REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

MANCHESTER, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$7,647

Cash Price

$6,118-20%

Negotiated Range

$870$870

MERCYONE CLINTON MEDICAL CENTER

CLINTON, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

$13,310

Cash Price

$8,651-35%

Negotiated Range

$2$7,821

HEGG MEMORIAL HEALTH CENTER

ROCK VALLEY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$689

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$352$514

PELLA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

PELLA, IA · Pella Regional Health Center

0.1/10

List Price

$911

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$75$2,833

MERCYONE NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER

NEWTON, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,799$7,799

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER-NEW HAMPTON

NEW HAMPTON, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,799$7,799

MERCYONE OELWEIN MEDICAL CENTER

OELWEIN, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,799$7,799

MERCYONE WATERLOO MEDICAL CENTER

WATERLOO, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,799$7,799

SOUTHEAST IOWA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

WEST BURLINGTON, IA · Great River Health Systems

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$547$2,748

HENRY COUNTY HEALTH CENTER

MOUNT PLEASANT, IA · Great River Health Systems

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$85$2,748

GUNDERSEN PALMER LUTHERAN HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

WEST UNION, IA · Gundersen Health System

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$377$4,611

MERCYONE PRIMGHAR MEDICAL CENTER

Primghar, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,799$7,799

CHI HEALTH MERCY COUNCIL BLUFFS

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA · CommonSpirit Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$345$3,489

MERCYONE NORTH IOWA MEDICAL CENTER

MASON CITY, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,799$7,799

MERCYONE DUBUQUE MEDICAL CENTER

DUBUQUE, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,799$7,799

MERCYONE ELKADER MEDICAL CENTER

ELKADER, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,799$7,799

Colonoscopy Cost in Other States

What Affects DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY Cost in Iowa

The cost of diagnostic colonoscopy in Iowa depends on several factors, including the type of facility, whether you have insurance, and local market dynamics.

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 80 hospitals in Iowa, diagnostic colonoscopy prices range from $426 to $13,310 — a 31.2x 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 Iowa

Hospital pricing for diagnostic colonoscopy in Iowa 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 Iowa

If you're paying out of pocket for diagnostic colonoscopy in Iowa, you may be able to negotiate a rate lower than the hospital's published list price. Federal law requires hospitals to post cash-pay rates, making it easier to compare options before scheduling.

In Iowa, the average cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy is $1,456, which is 21% lower than the average list price of $1,851. 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.

Related Procedure Costs

Frequently Asked Questions About Colonoscopy Cost in Iowa

How much does DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY cost in Iowa?
The average cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy in Iowa is $1,456. Prices range from $426 to $13,310 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY prices vary so much in Iowa?
Hospital prices for diagnostic colonoscopy in Iowa 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 Iowa, the average cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy is $1,456, which is 21% below the average list price of $1,851. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY in Iowa?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Iowa 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.

Want the true total cost of DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY?

Total Care Cost surfaces bundled facility and professional pricing so you can compare options and cut out-of-pocket surprises before you schedule.

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.