Procedures
Esophageal acid perfusion (Bernstein) test cost in California
Esophageal acid perfusion (Bernstein) test usually involves several bills: the facility, the doctor or surgeon, and often anesthesia. Some surgery centers and cash-pay programs quote one bundled price for everything.
Typical cash price
In California
From 45 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $486 (most listed prices $96.34–$1,882).
Cheapest in California
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. LawrenceEsophageal acid perfusion (Bernstein) testDoctor fee only$45Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. Lawrence price fil · checked Oct 2026
- $148
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: San Joaquin Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $160
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: San Gabriel Valley Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Adventist Health Medical Center TehachapiEsophageal acid perfusion (Bernstein) testFacility fee only$249
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Adventist Health Medical Center Tehachapi price file · checked Oct 2026 - $480
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Valley Presbyterian Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $556
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UC San Diego Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $579
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Sutter Lakeside Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $656
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - California Pacific Medical Center Davies CampusEsophageal acid perfusion (Bernstein) testFacility fee only$727
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: California Pacific Medical Center Davies Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - California Pacific Medical Center Van Ness CampusEsophageal acid perfusion (Bernstein) testFacility fee only$727
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: California Pacific Medical Center Van Ness Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $727
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mills Health Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $727
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Novato Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
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Common questions
What does a bundled price include?
A bundled (all-in) price usually covers the facility, the surgeon and anesthesia for the procedure itself. Pre-op tests, implants, pathology and follow-up visits are sometimes extra. Ask for a written Good Faith Estimate.
Do I need a referral?
You usually need a consultation with the surgeon or specialist first. Ask whether the consultation is included in the cash price.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.