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Upper Endoscopy Cost in Arkansas

Last updated: May 2026

Upper Endoscopy costs an average of $1,485 (cash/self-pay price) in Arkansas, based on data from 49 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $331 to $8,460 depending on the hospital and facility type. These figures come from hospital machine-readable price transparency files published under federal CMS rules, not estimates.

49 hospitals in Arkansas report pricing for upper endoscopy. The average cash price is $1,485.

Hospitals

49

in Arkansas

Average List Price

$3,191

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$1,485

53% below list price

Price Range

$331 – $8,460

25.6x spread

Hospital Prices in Arkansas

Sorted by lowest cash price
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL-CRITTENDEN, INC

WEST MEMPHIS, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.8/10

List Price

$1,254

Cash Price

$188-85%

Negotiated Range

$68$4,722

OZARK HEALTH

CLINTON, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.6/10

List Price

$369

Cash Price

$192-48%

Negotiated Range

$108$688

ST BERNARDS MEDICAL CENTER

JONESBORO, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.5/10

List Price

$485

Cash Price

$315-35%

Negotiated Range

$122$2,160

DEWITT HOSPITAL & NURSING HOME, INC

DE WITT, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.3/10

List Price

$331

Cash Price

$331

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER HEBER SPRINGS

HEBER SPRINGS, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.9/10

List Price

$2,027

Cash Price

$507-75%

Negotiated Range

$426$3,804

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER-ARKADELPHIA

ARKADELPHIA, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.9/10

List Price

$2,027

Cash Price

$507-75%

Negotiated Range

$446$3,804

DALLAS COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

FORDYCE, AR · Government - Local

4.1/10

List Price

$535

Cash Price

$535

Negotiated Range

$251$859

MERCY HOSPITAL PARIS

PARIS, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.4/10

List Price

$926

Cash Price

$602-35%

Negotiated Range

$5$1,875

MERCY HOSPITAL OZARK

OZARK, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.4/10

List Price

$926

Cash Price

$602-35%

Negotiated Range

$5$1,875

MERCY HOSPITAL WALDRON

WALDRON, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.4/10

List Price

$926

Cash Price

$602-35%

Negotiated Range

$5$1,875

MERCY HOSPITAL BOONEVILLE

BOONEVILLE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.6/10

List Price

$926

Cash Price

$602-35%

Negotiated Range

$5$321

CHI ST VINCENT MORRILTON

MORRILTON, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Church

7.5/10

List Price

$2,577

Cash Price

$656-75%

Negotiated Range

$674$2,421

WHITE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

SEARCY, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,641

Cash Price

$660-75%

STONE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

2.8/10

List Price

$910

Cash Price

$683-25%

Negotiated Range

$93$2,571

WHITE RIVER MEDICAL CENTER

BATESVILLE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.2/10

List Price

$910

Cash Price

$683-25%

Negotiated Range

$93$2,571

CHAMBERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

DANVILLE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.5/10

List Price

$1,380

Cash Price

$690-50%

Negotiated Range

$114$2,500

CHI-ST VINCENT INFIRMARY

LITTLE ROCK, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

7.1/10

List Price

$2,706

Cash Price

$694-74%

Negotiated Range

$674$3,148

LAWRENCE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WALNUT RIDGE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,404

Cash Price

$800-43%

Negotiated Range

$125$1,306

PIGGOTT COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

PIGGOTT, AR · Government - Local

3.5/10

List Price

$1,230

Cash Price

$861-30%

Negotiated Range

$114$1,230

CROSSRIDGE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

WYNNE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.6/10

List Price

$1,404

Cash Price

$913-35%

Negotiated Range

$122$1,404

OUACHITA COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

CAMDEN, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.7/10

List Price

$2,300

Cash Price

$1,150-50%

Negotiated Range

$276$2,208

BAXTER HEALTH FULTON COUNTY HOSPITAL

SALEM, AR · Government - Local

4.7/10

List Price

$1,760

Cash Price

$1,232-30%

Negotiated Range

$141$1,080

ARKANSAS METHODIST MEDICAL CENTER

PARAGOULD, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.3/10

List Price

$2,479

Cash Price

$1,240-50%

Negotiated Range

$846$1,184

MAGNOLIA REGIONAL MEDICAL HOSPITAL

MAGNOLIA, AR · Government - Local

6/10

List Price

$2,150

Cash Price

$1,290-40%

Negotiated Range

$900$1,263

University of Arkansas Medical Sciences

LITTLE ROCK, AR · Government - State

3.7/10

List Price

$2,322

Cash Price

$1,393-40%

Negotiated Range

$823$2,383

OZARKS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF GRAVETTE

GRAVETTE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.1/10

List Price

$3,416

Cash Price

$1,500-56%

Negotiated Range

$171$3,416

CONWAY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, INC

CONWAY, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.6/10

List Price

$6,346

Cash Price

$1,650-74%

Negotiated Range

$857$6,346

CHICOT MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER

LAKE VILLAGE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.4/10

List Price

$1,650

Cash Price

$1,650

Negotiated Range

$133$1,485

DARDANELLE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

DARDANELLE, AR · Government - Local

5/10

List Price

$4,373

Cash Price

$1,705-61%

Negotiated Range

$494$4,373

BAXTER HEALTH

MOUNTAIN HOME, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.8/10

List Price

$2,584

Cash Price

$1,809-30%

Negotiated Range

$903$2,584

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER-DREW COUNTY

MONTICELLO, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

2.1/10

List Price

$7,267

Cash Price

$1,817-75%

Negotiated Range

$857$6,177

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER-LITTLE ROCK

LITTLE ROCK, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.1/10

List Price

$7,267

Cash Price

$1,817-75%

Negotiated Range

$871$6,177

BAPTIST HEALTH - VAN BUREN

VAN BUREN, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.5/10

List Price

$7,267

Cash Price

$1,817-75%

Negotiated Range

$878$6,177

BAPTIST HEALTH - FORT SMITH

FORT SMITH, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.9/10

List Price

$7,267

Cash Price

$1,817-75%

Negotiated Range

$878$6,177

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER-STUTTGART

STUTTGART, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.1/10

List Price

$7,267

Cash Price

$1,817-75%

Negotiated Range

$864$6,177

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER- CONWAY

CONWAY, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.9/10

List Price

$7,267

Cash Price

$1,817-75%

Negotiated Range

$871$6,177

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER-HOT SPRINGS COUNTY

MALVERN, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.1/10

List Price

$7,267

Cash Price

$1,817-75%

Negotiated Range

$882$6,177

IZARD REGIONAL HOSPITAL LLC

CALICO ROCK, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.4/10

List Price

$2,470

Cash Price

$2,470

Negotiated Range

$137$2,130

MERCY HOSPITAL NORTHWEST ARKANSAS

ROGERS, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,533

Cash Price

$3,597-35%

Negotiated Range

$79$1,594

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S NORTHWEST, INC

SPRINGDALE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.1/10

List Price

$4,080

Cash Price

$3,672-10%

Negotiated Range

$867$1,740

MERCY HOSPITAL FORT SMITH

FORT SMITH, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$6,300

Cash Price

$4,095-35%

Negotiated Range

$40$1,594

MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM

MENA, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Other

5.4/10

List Price

$8,460

Cash Price

$5,076-40%

Negotiated Range

$840$864

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL

LITTLE ROCK, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.1/10

List Price

$6,641

Cash Price

$5,977-10%

Negotiated Range

$871$1,755

JEFFERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

PINE BLUFF, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.3/10

List Price

$770

Cash Price

N/A

ST BERNARDS FIVE RIVERS MEDICAL CENTER

POCAHONTAS, AR · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$122$1,382

ARKANSAS HEART HOSPITAL, LLC

LITTLE ROCK, AR · Proprietary

5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$500$914

ARKANSAS HEART HOSPITAL-ENCORE

BRYANT, AR · Proprietary

5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$500$1,325

BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL JONESBORO, INC.

JONESBORO, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1$2,419

CHI ST. VINCENT HOSPITAL HOT SPRINGS

HOT SPRINGS, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$80$3,148

Upper Endoscopy Cost in Other States

What Affects Upper Endoscopy Cost in Arkansas

Hospital charges for upper endoscopy in Arkansas vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

For upper endoscopy in Arkansas, the choice of facility can mean thousands of dollars in price difference. Teaching hospitals and major health systems typically maintain higher chargemaster rates, while community hospitals and outpatient centers may offer competitive self-pay pricing.

Based on data from 49 hospitals in Arkansas, upper endoscopy prices range from $331 to $8,460 — a 25.6x 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 Arkansas

The setting where upper endoscopy is performed in Arkansas significantly impacts total cost. Hospital inpatient stays are the most expensive, followed by hospital outpatient departments, then ambulatory surgery centers.

For patients who are medically appropriate for outpatient surgery, ASCs offer a compelling combination of lower cost and shorter wait times. Many are physician-owned and focus exclusively on surgical care.

Discuss options with your surgeon and, if you're self-pay, ask about pricing at each available setting before scheduling.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Arkansas

If you're paying out of pocket for upper endoscopy in Arkansas, you may be able to negotiate a rate lower than the hospital's published list price. Federal law requires hospitals to post cash-pay rates, making it easier to compare options before scheduling.

In Arkansas, the average cash price for upper endoscopy is $1,485, which is 53% lower than the average list price of $3,191. 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Endoscopy Cost in Arkansas

How much does Upper Endoscopy cost in Arkansas?
The average cash price for upper endoscopy in Arkansas is $1,485. Prices range from $331 to $8,460 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do Upper Endoscopy prices vary so much in Arkansas?
Hospital prices for upper endoscopy in Arkansas differ based on facility type (hospital vs. independent center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.
Can I get a cheaper Upper Endoscopy by paying cash?
Yes. In Arkansas, the average cash price for upper endoscopy is $1,485, which is 53% below the average list price of $3,191. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for Upper Endoscopy in Arkansas?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Arkansas offers the lowest cash price for upper endoscopy. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.
Does insurance cover Upper Endoscopy?
Most health insurance plans cover upper endoscopy when medically necessary and ordered by a physician. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Contact your insurer for a pre-authorization estimate.

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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.