A bronchoscopy is a medical procedure during which a thin, flexible tube is inserted through the nose or mouth and into the lungs. The tube has a light and a camera, which allow the doctor to look inside the lungs and take a biopsy (a small tissue sample) if needed.
The cost of a bronchoscopy depends on a number of factors, including the type of procedure, the facility where it is performed, the geographical location, and the type of insurance coverage. On average, the procedure itself may cost between $1,500 and $3,000. Additional costs, such as for the use of an operating room and anesthesia, may increase the total cost to between $4,000 and $6,000.
How much does a bronchoscopy cost in the UK?
A bronchoscopy is a medical procedure that involves inserting a thin, flexible tube called a bronchoscope into the airway to get a close look at the bronchi and take biopsies, if needed. The bronchoscope has a tiny camera and a light on the end, so the doctor can see the inside of the airway and take pictures or videos.
The cost of a bronchoscopy in the UK varies depending on the hospital, but it is typically around £1,500.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to repair a bronchoscopy?
The average cost of repair per bronchoscopy procedure was $49, that for VERSUS $50 and for FS $42. Of the total repair cost, $218,874 (68%) was deemed preventable.
What is a bronchoscopy procedure?
A bronchoscopy is a procedure to look for any problems inside of your airways (bronchi) and lungs using a thin, flexible instrument with a light on the end called a bronchoscope. Bronchoscopy may be used to diagnose or treat problems such as: airflow obstruction caused by a pulmonary infection (such as pneumonia), but also common viral respiratory illnesses such as the common cold, sinus infections, and asthma; obstruction of the main airway at its entry into the lungs (called an eosinophilic granuloma) due to benign conditions like cystic fibrosis or cancer; a rare complication after surgery to remove lung cancer, during which abnormal growths inside the airways can become trapped and require surgical removal.
How many bronchoscopies are performed each year at your institution?
At our institution, on average, 1200 bronchoscopies are performed each year in 1 of the 2 bronchoscopy suites or in the operating room. Procedures are performed predominantly by 1 of the 13 pulmonary fellows under the direct supervision of 1 of the attending pulmonologists.
How much does a colonoscopy cost?
The cost of a colonoscopy range between $1,250 to $4,800 and the average cost is $2,750. Below you can find the average costs nationally and the target fair price. The price of a colonoscopy will vary depending on what city and state you get the procedure in. What's the national average cost for a colonoscopy? The national average cost for a colonoscopy is $2,753.
Is the cost of bronchoscopy repairs high?
The cost of bronchoscopy repairs is high, with 78% of the procedures performed using VERSUS and 71% of the repairs. This may indicate thatVersus is more commonly used to perform bronchoscopy repairs, which may account for the higher repair ratio.
