This report investigates colonoscopy costs for uninsured individuals in six Arizona cities: Gilbert, Mesa, Phoenix, Sun City West, Sun City, and Tucson.

We’ll look at typical price ranges, explore cost trends over the past decade, and highlight local and state programs designed to provide affordable colonoscopies for Arizona’s uninsured population.

Current Cost of Colonoscopies for Uninsured in Select Arizona Cities

Gilbert, Arizona

If you’re uninsured and need a colonoscopy in Gilbert, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $3,300, according to New Choice Health. This aligns with the broader Phoenix metro area pricing. Across Arizona, the average cost is approximately $1,201 at a surgery center compared to $1,700 at an outpatient hospital.

ColonoscopyAssist offers an all-inclusive rate of $1,295 for a colonoscopy in Gilbert. This flat fee covers everything: physician services, facility charges, anesthesia, and pathology fees for any necessary biopsies.

Mesa, Arizona

Uninsured individuals in Mesa face similar costs to the state average. Local estimates suggest a range of $1,000 to $3,300, though MDsave indicates potentially higher costs of $3,121 to $3,176 for colonoscopies near Mesa.

ColonoscopyAssist offers an all-inclusive rate of $1,475 for a colonoscopy in Mesa. This is slightly higher than their Gilbert rate but still considerably lower than typical market prices.

Phoenix, Arizona

In Phoenix, the typical cost for an uninsured colonoscopy falls between $1,000 and $3,300, according to New Choice Health. Phoenix Unified Surgeons estimates a similar range of $1,000 to $3,000 for a standard procedure.

ColonoscopyAssist offers an all-inclusive rate of $1,295 for a colonoscopy in Phoenix, matching their Gilbert pricing.

Sun City West, Arizona

Uninsured individuals in Sun City West can expect to pay between $1,000 and $3,300 for a colonoscopy, according to New Choice Health. However, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center in Sun City West reports significantly higher rates of $3,200 to $8,300.

ColonoscopyAssist offers an all-inclusive rate of $1,375 for a colonoscopy in Sun City West, which is higher than their Gilbert and Phoenix rates but still much lower than hospital pricing.

Sun City, Arizona

For Sun City residents without insurance, colonoscopy costs are expected to mirror the state average. Banner Boswell Medical Center in Sun City has a reported price range of $3,400 to $8,800, significantly higher than outpatient options.

ColonoscopyAssist offers an all-inclusive rate of $1,375 for a colonoscopy in Sun City, matching their Sun City West pricing.

Tucson, Arizona

Uninsured individuals in Tucson can expect to pay between $1,000 and $3,300 for a colonoscopy, according to New Choice Health. MDsave lists a higher range of $3,121 to $3,176 near Tucson.

ColonoscopyAssist offers an all-inclusive rate of $1,350 for a colonoscopy in Tucson, slightly lower than their Sun City pricing.

Historical Trends in Healthcare Costs for the Uninsured in Arizona (2015-2025)

While specific historical data on colonoscopy costs in each city isn’t available, we can look at broader trends affecting healthcare for Arizona’s uninsured population.

Arizona’s uninsured rate has fluctuated over the past decade. Following the implementation of the Affordable Care Act in 2014, the rate reached a low point around 2016, then slightly increased in 2018 and 2019. More recent data shows the rate decreasing again, standing at 9.9% in 2023.

Healthcare costs in the United States have generally trended upward from 2015 to 2023. This inflation likely contributed to gradually increasing colonoscopy costs for Arizona’s uninsured population. While the ACA reduced out-of-pocket costs for preventive services like colonoscopies, these benefits primarily help insured individuals, leaving those without coverage vulnerable to rising costs.

Local and State Initiatives for Affordable Colonoscopies in Arizona

State Programs

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Fit & Fifty HealthCheck program provides free colorectal cancer screening and diagnostic services to eligible uninsured and underinsured residents aged 50 to 64 with limited income in Maricopa, Pima, and Coconino counties.

Arizona’s Medicaid program, the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), provides healthcare coverage to eligible low-income individuals, though specific colonoscopy coverage requires verification based on eligibility criteria.

National Organizations

The Colorectal Cancer Alliance offers financial assistance programs to help low-income individuals with colorectal cancer screening and treatment costs.

The Colon Cancer Foundation also provides financial assistance for colorectal cancer screenings and treatments to eligible individuals.

Local Resources by City

Final Thoughts

For uninsured Arizonans, colonoscopy costs vary significantly across cities. Gilbert and Phoenix offer the lowest ColonoscopyAssist rates at $1,295, while Mesa’s rates are highest at $1,475. Sun City, Sun City West, and Tucson fall in between at $1,350-$1,375.

Several local and state programs aim to make colonoscopies more affordable for uninsured Arizonans, creating potential pathways to this life-saving screening.

Disclaimer

Before making any decisions regarding anesthesia, sedation options, colonoscopies, or any medical procedure, always consult with your physician, anesthesiologist, or qualified healthcare provider. This article should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.