BCBS Tennessee Colonoscopy Rates in Memphis
Published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rates for Colonoscopy at 10 hospitals in Memphis, TN. Data from CMS-mandated hospital transparency files.
Lowest Rate
$495.20
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis
all plan types
Highest Rate
$1,133.66
Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women
all plan types
Rate Spread
2x
across all plan types
Hospitals
10
with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee data
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee colonoscopy rates in Memphis span more than 2x, from $495.20 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis to $1,133.66 at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women. The lowest figure reflects a TennCare (Medicaid) rate rather than a commercial plan. Across the 10 hospitals listed, the median negotiated rate is $1,079.68.
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Colonoscopy Rates by Hospital
| Hospital | Lowest BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Rate |
|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis | $495.20 |
| Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital | $564 |
| Methodist North Hospital | $564 |
| Methodist South Hospital | $564 |
| Methodist University Hospital | $564 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton | $751.37 |
| Regional One Health | $762.05 |
| Le Bonheur Children's Hospital | $834.85 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville | $876.59 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women | $876.59 |
Median of all 170 published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee rates for Colonoscopy at these hospitals: $1,079.68
Rates shown are BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee's published negotiated rates from each hospital's CMS transparency file. "Lowest rate" is the lowest rate across all BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee plan types (including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage) at that hospital. Commercial plan rates are typically higher. Your actual cost depends on your specific plan's deductible, copay, and coinsurance.
Reading BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Colonoscopy Rates in Memphis
Where BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee colonoscopy rates start in Memphis. The lowest published rate is $495.20 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, followed by $564 at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital and Methodist North Hospital. At the other end, the highest rate on the page is $1,133.66 at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville showing the same figure.
How wide the Memphis colonoscopy spread runs. Across the 10 hospitals, the spread is 2x, and the median of all 170 published rates is $1,079.68. Several of the lowest rates are tied to TennCare, Medicare Advantage or Medicare plan types, so the low end likely reflects those plans rather than commercial plans. A rate in the table may not match the plan you hold.
What BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee members can ask. These are facility rates, and professional fees are billed separately. Before scheduling, members can:
- Ask BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee for the negotiated rate and estimated cost share for their own plan at a named hospital, such as Methodist North Hospital.
- Confirm whether that hospital is in network for their plan.
- Ask the hospital for a written estimate.
Written from the rates in the table above. General information, not medical or insurance advice.
Understanding BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Negotiated Rates
A negotiated rate is the price BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee has agreed to pay a hospital for a specific service. This is not necessarily what you pay out of pocket. If you have met your annual deductible, you typically pay a copay or coinsurance percentage of the negotiated rate. If you have not met your deductible, you may owe the full negotiated rate.
The same insurer often negotiates different rates at different hospitals, and different plan types (HMO, PPO, high-deductible) within the same insurer can have different rates at the same hospital. The table above shows the range across all BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee plan types at each facility.
Prices shown are facility fees only. You will also receive separate bills from the physician performing the procedure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the lowest-cost BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Colonoscopy in Memphis?
The lowest BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rate for Colonoscopy in Memphis is $495.20 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, across all plan types including Medicaid-managed and Medicare Advantage. The highest is $1,133.66 at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, a 2x difference. Commercial plan rates typically fall between these extremes.
Is the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rate what I'll pay?
Not necessarily. The negotiated rate is what BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee has agreed to pay the hospital. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance. If you have not met your annual deductible, you may owe the full negotiated rate. Contact BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee for a pre-service cost estimate specific to your plan.
How many Memphis hospitals have published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee rates?
10 hospitals in the Memphis area have published BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee negotiated rates for Colonoscopy in their CMS transparency files. Having a published rate does not necessarily confirm current network participation. Verify your network status with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee directly.
Is a preventive colonoscopy covered differently by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee?
Preventive and diagnostic colonoscopies are often billed differently under BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee plans, which can affect your out-of-pocket cost. If the procedure is reclassified during the visit, different cost-sharing rules may apply. Ask BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee about your plan's specific policy before scheduling.
We are not affiliated with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee or any hospital listed on this page. Negotiated rates are sourced from hospital-published CMS transparency files and represent the amounts agreed between the insurer and hospital. Your actual out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance. Contact BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee or the hospital billing department for a cost estimate specific to your plan. All insurer and hospital names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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