This is an exam of the esophagus, stomach, and upper intestine using a thin tube with a camera; a biopsy evaluates abnormal findings.
The cost information on this website is estimated and is based on roughly 67.6 million claims from a set of insurers and their reported negotiated rates with providers. These estimates are trended to and considered valid through July 1, 2019 based upon claims paid between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017.
$ 2,814
2,839
Our prices are estimates based on an average and may not be your actual costs. Your costs may be higher or lower for a number of reasons, including insurance deductibles, how sick you are, or other factors.
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This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.
An internal examination of the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine with removal of tissue for testing
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$ 218
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An internal examination of the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine with removal of tissue for testing
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$ 2,596
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$ 2,814
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Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.
EGD is done in the hospital or medical center. The procedure uses an endoscope. This is a flexible tube with a camera at the end.
The procedure is done as follows: After the test is finished, you will not be able to have food and liquid until your gag reflex returns (so you do not choke). The test lasts about 5 to 20 minutes. The anesthetic spray makes it hard to swallow. This wears off shortly after the procedure. The scope may make you gag. You may feel gas and the movement of the scope in your abdomen. You will not be able to feel the biopsy. Because of sedation, you may not feel any discomfort and have no memory of the test. You may feel bloated from the air that was put into your body. This feeling soon wears off.
Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.
To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.
Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.
This procedure involves the removal of a suspicious sample of tissue from the esophagus to check for the presence of abnormal, or cancerous, cells. This care bundle includes an office visit before and after the surgical procedure.
This is an office visit with a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the digestive tract.
This condition can occur if the contents of a person’s stomach back up into the esophagus (food pipe).
This is an exam of the esophagus, stomach, and upper intestine using a thin tube with a camera.
This is when a small tube and guide wire are placed through the mouth into the esophagus (food pipe) to stretch a narrowed area.