DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY Cost in San Francisco, CA
6 hospitals in the San Francisco area report pricing for diagnostic colonoscopy. The average cash price is $3,889.
6
in San Francisco area
$6,036
gross charge
$3,889
36% below list price
$4,967 – $6,570
1.3x spread
DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY costs an average of $3,889 (cash/self-pay price) in San Francisco, CA, based on data from 6 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $4,967 to $6,570 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 San Francisco
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL - SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO Voluntary non-profit - Private | SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO | $6,570 | $3,351-49% | $1,102 – $3,450 | 4.8/10 | |
| KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL - SAN FRANCISCO Voluntary non-profit - Private | SAN FRANCISCO | $6,570 | $3,351-49% | $1,102 – $3,450 | 4.8/10 | |
| CHINESE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | SAN FRANCISCO | $4,967 | $4,967 | $1,344 – $8,940 | 5.1/10 | |
| UCSF HEALTH SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | SAN FRANCISCO | N/A | N/A | $60 – $8,263 | 4.4/10 | |
| UCSF MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other | SAN FRANCISCO | N/A | N/A | $1,360 – $11,251 | 4.4/10 | |
| UCSF HEALTH ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | SAN FRANCISCO | N/A | N/A | $60 – $10,635 | 4.4/10 |
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$6,570
Cash Price
$3,351-49%
Negotiated Range
$1,102 – $3,450
SAN FRANCISCO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$6,570
Cash Price
$3,351-49%
Negotiated Range
$1,102 – $3,450
SAN FRANCISCO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$4,967
Cash Price
$4,967
Negotiated Range
$1,344 – $8,940
SAN FRANCISCO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$60 – $8,263
SAN FRANCISCO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Other
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$1,360 – $11,251
SAN FRANCISCO, CA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$60 – $10,635
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What Affects DIAGNOSTIC COLONOSCOPY Cost in San Francisco, CA
If you're researching diagnostic colonoscopy costs in San Francisco, CA, you'll find significant price differences between providers — even those just miles apart.
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 6 hospitals in San Francisco, CA, diagnostic colonoscopy prices range from $4,967 to $6,570 — a 1.3x 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 San Francisco, CA
Hospital pricing for diagnostic colonoscopy in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA
Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access diagnostic colonoscopy at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in San Francisco, CA offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.
In San Francisco, CA, the average cash price for diagnostic colonoscopy is $3,889, which is 36% lower than the average list price of $6,036. 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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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.