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Cost of rectal endoscopic ultrasound by state

The following estimated costs are based on cash prices that providers have historically charged on average for rectal endoscopic ultrasound and will vary depending on where the service is done. The prices do not include the anesthesia, imaging, and other doctor visit fees that normally accompany rectal endoscopic ultrasound.

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StateName Average Cash Price
Alabama $1,487
Alaska $2,012
Arizona $1,683
Arkansas $1,474
California $1,847
Colorado $1,626
Connecticut $1,779
Delaware $1,728
District of Columbia $1,713
Florida $1,633
Georgia $1,531
Hawaii $1,548
Idaho $1,504
Illinois $1,707
Indiana $1,557
Iowa $1,415
Kansas $1,466
Kentucky $1,500
Louisiana $1,664
Maine $1,503
Maryland $1,770
Massachusetts $1,824
Michigan $1,680
Minnesota $1,891
Mississippi $1,513
Missouri $1,495
Montana $1,555
Nebraska $1,520
Nevada $1,606
New Hampshire $1,611
New Jersey $1,951
New Mexico $1,483
New York $1,836
North Carolina $1,474
North Dakota $1,637
Ohio $1,532
Oklahoma $1,640
Oregon $1,672
Pennsylvania $1,726
Rhode Island $1,840
South Carolina $1,570
South Dakota $1,463
Tennessee $1,476
Texas $1,595
Utah $1,662
Vermont $1,631
Virginia $1,587
Washington $1,770
West Virginia $1,588
Wisconsin $1,676
Wyoming $1,632

What is a rectal endoscopic ultrasound?

Rectal endoscopic ultrasound or rectal EUS is a test that allows the healthcare provider to examine the lower gastrointestinal tract for problems in the colon. The rectal EUS combines colonoscopy with ultrasound. A rectal EUS allows your healthcare provider to see higher quality images than a standard ultrasound would produce. During rectal EUS, the soundwaves do not have to pass through skin and muscle to visualize the organs. Rectal EUS can evaluate the rectum and colon, bladder, prostate, and uterus. 

Your healthcare provider may recommend a rectal EUS to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal or digestive problems. The procedure is useful for:

  • Obtaining biopsies
  • Draining cysts
  • Evaluating tumors or growths

How is an endoscopic ultrasound performed?

An endoscope, which is a thin lighted tube with a camera at the tip, is inserted into the rectum and advanced to the lower colon.

Is rectal endoscopy painful?

Rectal endoscopy is not painful. Sedation is given during the procedure. Some individuals may experience some cramping afterward, but there should not be pain.

Are you put to sleep for an endoscopic ultrasound?

In most cases, sedation or general anesthesia is given through an intravenous (IV) line, and you will sleep through the procedure.

How long does an endoscopic ultrasound last?

An endoscopic ultrasound takes about 15-30 minutes to complete. After the procedure, you will be monitored in a recovery area until the sedation has worn off. This may take an hour or so. Afterward, you’ll be released to recover at home. You will need someone to drive you home after the procedure.

What can I expect after an endoscopic ultrasound?

After a rectal EUS, you may feel bloated or experience some gas pains. There may be streaks of blood in your stool for a few days. Most people can return to their normal activities the day after the procedure. You should notify your healthcare provider immediately if:

  • You pass out
  • Have very bloody or maroon-colored stools
  • Have trouble breathing
  • Have new or worsening stomach pain
  • Are nauseated or vomiting
  • Can’t drink fluids
  • Can’t pass stools or gas
  • Have a fever

How long does it take to recover from an endoscopic ultrasound?

Recovery after a rectal EUS is rapid. You may feel tired the day of the procedure and will want to rest and make sure to drink plenty of fluids. Most people will be able to return to normal activities the day after a rectal EUS.

* Savings estimate based on a study of more than 1 billion claims comparing self-pay (or cash pay) prices of a frequency-weighted market basket of procedures to insurer-negotiated rates for the same. Claims were collected between July 2017 and July 2019. R.Lawrence Van Horn, Arthur Laffer, Robert L.Metcalf. 2019. The Transformative Potential for Price Transparency in Healthcare: Benefits for Consumers and Providers. Health Management Policy and Innovation, Volume 4, Issue 3.

Sidecar Health offers and administers a variety of plans including ACA compliant and excepted benefit plans. Coverage and plan options may vary or may not be available in all states.

Your actual costs may be higher or lower than these cost estimates. Check with your provider and health plan details to confirm the costs that you may be charged for a service or procedure.You are responsible for costs that are not covered and for getting any pre-authorizations or referrals required by your health plan. Neither payments nor benefits are guaranteed. Provider data, including price data, provided in part by Turquoise Health.

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