Colonoscopy (Diagnostic) Cost in District of Columbia

Diagnostic colonoscopy

CPT 45378

District of Columbia Average Cost (2026)

+14.1% vs national avg

Average across 1 Medicare locality in District of Columbia

District of Columbia (Office)
$431.34
Non-facility rate
District of Columbia (Hospital)
$179.92
Facility rate
Private Insurance Est.
$561 - $863
130-200% of Medicare
Self-Pay / Cash Est.
$345 - $647
80-150% of Medicare

National Average

Office Rate$378.10
Hospital Rate$164.67

State Ranking

District of Columbia rank#48 of 49 (most expensive)
Cheapest stateArkansas ($335.05)
Most expensiveAlaska ($441.84)

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About Colonoscopy (Diagnostic) Costs in District of Columbia

The average Medicare reimbursement for colonoscopy (diagnostic) in District of Columbia is $431.34 for an office setting and $179.92 in a hospital. This is about 14% higher than the national average of $378.10.

Medicare patients typically pay 20% of the Medicare rate after meeting their deductible. For this procedure in District of Columbia, that would be roughly $86 for an office visit or $36 in a hospital setting.

Private insurance plans in District of Columbia typically pay between 130% and 200% of Medicare rates for this procedure, putting the total somewhere between $561 and $863.

Without insurance, you may be able to negotiate a cash discount. Many providers in District of Columbia will reduce their fees by 20% to 40% for self-pay patients. Always ask about cash pricing before scheduling your procedure.

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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 based on industry averages.