Medical Procedure Costs in Colorado

Colorado medical procedure costs are generally above the national average. Colorado has a single Medicare pricing locality.

Cost vs National Avg
+3.4%
Higher than average
Pricing Localities
1
Medicare pricing regions
Procedures Covered
7,500+
CPT codes with pricing

Procedure Costs in Colorado

ProcedureColorado
Incision & Drainage of Abscess$134
Skin Biopsy (Tangential)$100
Skin Biopsy (Punch)$127
Destruction of Skin Lesion$69
Partial Mastectomy$632
Total Hip Replacement$1,165
Total Knee Replacement$1,162
Knee Arthroscopy$524
Upper Endoscopy (EGD)$337
Upper Endoscopy (EGD) With Biopsy$439
Colonoscopy (Diagnostic)$393
Colonoscopy With Biopsy$501
Colonoscopy With Polyp Removal$519
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy$629
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair$425
Laparoscopic Removal of Ovarian Cyst$584
Vaginal Delivery (Global)$2,192
Cesarean Delivery (Global)$2,437
Lumbar Discectomy$899
Cataract Surgery$475
MRI Brain Without Contrast$204
MRI Brain With Contrast$282
MRI Brain$332
Chest X-Ray$35
CT Chest Without Contrast$139
CT Chest With Contrast$175
MRI Cervical Spine$199
MRI Lumbar Spine$201
Shoulder X-Ray$38
MRI Shoulder$215
Knee X-Ray$36
MRI Knee$214
CT Abdomen & Pelvis Without Contrast$191
CT Abdomen & Pelvis With Contrast$315
Ultrasound Abdomen$120
Ultrasound Transvaginal$123
Ultrasound Pelvis$110
Diagnostic Mammogram$165
Screening Mammogram$133
Nuclear Stress Test$451
Psychiatric Evaluation$178
Psychiatric Evaluation With Medical Services$206
Psychotherapy (45 min)$117
Psychotherapy (60 min)$171
ECG/EKG$16
Echocardiogram$206
Stress Echocardiogram$194
Carotid Ultrasound$199
Laser Treatment for Skin$145
Physical Therapy (Therapeutic Exercise)$30
Physical Therapy (Manual Therapy)$29
PT Evaluation (Low Complexity)$101
PT Evaluation (Moderate Complexity)$101
Office Visit (New, Low)$121
Office Visit (New, Moderate-High)$182
Office Visit (New, High)$242
Office Visit (Established, Moderate)$98
Office Visit (Established, Moderate-High)$140
Office Visit (Established, High)$198

Prices shown are Medicare office (non-facility) rates. Click any procedure for full details including hospital rates and savings tips.

Understanding Medical Costs in Colorado

Medical procedure costs in Colorado are determined by Medicare's Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs), which account for differences in physician work, practice expenses, and malpractice insurance across regions.

The prices listed above represent Medicare reimbursement rates, which serve as a baseline for what healthcare costs in Colorado. Private insurance companies typically negotiate rates between 130% and 200% of these Medicare amounts. If you are paying out of pocket, many providers in Colorado offer cash discounts of 20% to 40% off their standard charges.

For the most accurate pricing, enter your ZIP code on any procedure page to see costs adjusted for your specific locality within Colorado.

Ways to Save on Medical Costs in Colorado

Compare Insurance Plans

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Save on Prescriptions

If a procedure leads to a prescription, discount cards can save up to 80% at pharmacies.

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Data source: 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (CMS PPRRVU26B, released March 2026). Conversion factor: $33.4009. Prices shown are Medicare allowed amounts and may not reflect actual charges. Private insurance and self-pay estimates are approximations.