DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY Cost in Sacramento, CA
6 hospitals in the Sacramento area report pricing for diagnostic colonoscopy. The average cash price is $3,988.
6
in Sacramento area
$6,566
gross charge
$3,988
39% below list price
$5,691 – $7,804
1.4x spread
DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY costs an average of $3,988 (cash/self-pay price) in Sacramento, CA, based on data from 6 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $5,691 to $7,804 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 Sacramento
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority | SACRAMENTO | $5,691 | $2,276-60% | — | 6.6/10 | |
| KAISER FOUNDATION HOSP SO SACRAMENTO Voluntary non-profit - Private | SACRAMENTO | $6,193 | $3,158-49% | $1,067 – $3,185 | 4.8/10 | |
| KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL - SACRAMENTO Voluntary non-profit - Private | SACRAMENTO | $6,570 | $3,351-49% | $1,102 – $3,450 | 4.8/10 | |
| KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL - ROSEVILLE Voluntary non-profit - Private | ROSEVILLE | $6,570 | $3,351-49% | $1,102 – $3,450 | 4.8/10 | |
| SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN NORTHERN CALIF Voluntary non-profit - Private | SACRAMENTO | $7,804 | $7,804 | $166 – $4,501 | 4.5/10 | |
| MERCY GENERAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | SACRAMENTO | N/A | N/A | $35 – $7,197 | 4/10 |
SACRAMENTO, CA · Government - Hospital District or Authority
List Price
$5,691
Cash Price
$2,276-60%
SACRAMENTO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$6,193
Cash Price
$3,158-49%
Negotiated Range
$1,067 – $3,185
SACRAMENTO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$6,570
Cash Price
$3,351-49%
Negotiated Range
$1,102 – $3,450
ROSEVILLE, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$6,570
Cash Price
$3,351-49%
Negotiated Range
$1,102 – $3,450
SACRAMENTO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$7,804
Cash Price
$7,804
Negotiated Range
$166 – $4,501
SACRAMENTO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$35 – $7,197
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What Affects DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY Cost in Sacramento, CA
The cost of diagnostic colonoscopy in Sacramento, CA depends on several factors, including the type of facility, whether you have insurance, and local market dynamics.
Pricing for diagnostic colonoscopy in Sacramento, CA is affected by the provider's chargemaster rates, local market competition, and the facility's negotiating leverage with insurers. Hospitals with less competition in their service area tend to maintain higher prices.
Based on data from 6 hospitals in Sacramento, CA, diagnostic colonoscopy prices range from $5,691 to $7,804 — a 1.4x 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 Sacramento, CA
Hospital pricing for diagnostic colonoscopy in Sacramento, CA 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 Sacramento, CA
If you're paying out of pocket for diagnostic colonoscopy in Sacramento, CA, 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 Sacramento, CA, the average cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy is $3,988, which is 39% lower than the average list price of $6,566. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.
Insured patients should check their plan's Summary of Benefits and contact their insurer for a pre-authorization cost estimate. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay or coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Even with insurance, comparing hospitals can help you choose a provider where your plan negotiates the best rates.
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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.