Procedures
Esophageal balloon distension study cost in Minnesota
Esophageal balloon distension study 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 Minnesota
From 14 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Minnesota.
Nationwide typical: $1,046 (most listed prices $296–$2,511).
Cheapest in Minnesota
- $240Source: Cuyuna Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $283
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: CHI St. Gabriel's Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $579Source: Mayo Clinic Hospital-Rochester price file · checked Oct 2026
- $681
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Fairview Bethesda Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $681
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: HealthEast St. John's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $681
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: HealthEast Woodwinds Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $681
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $681
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $681
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical CenterEsophageal balloon distension studyFacility fee only$681
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $721
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,146
Doctor fees are billed separately.
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.