Procedures
Esophageal balloon distension study cost in Missouri
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 Missouri
From 21 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Missouri.
Nationwide typical: $1,046 (most listed prices $296–$2,511).
Cheapest in Missouri
- $69.12
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $94.50Source: Mercy Pediatrics - Doctors Park price file · checked Oct 2026
- $94.50Source: Mercy Primary Care - 817 S Mount Auburn price file · checked Oct 2026
- $695
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St. Louis Childrens Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $746
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Barnes Jewish West County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $746
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Missouri Baptist Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $765
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mosaic Medical Center - Maryville price file · checked Oct 2026 - $765
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mosaic Medical Center Albany price file · checked Oct 2026 - $786Source: Heartland Long Term Acute Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $786Source: Mosaic Life Care at St Joseph Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- $790
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Barnes Jewish Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $847
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of Missouri Health Care price file · checked Oct 2026
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.