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Procedure | Price Range | |
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Colonoscopy Cost Average | $1,050 - $3,400 | Free Quote |
Facility | City | Type |
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Ascension St Vincent Hospital | Indianapolis | Acute Care Hospital |
Endoscopy Center | Carmel | GI Diagnostic Center |
Community Hospital East | Indianapolis | Acute Care Hospital |
Surgery Center of Esi | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Francis Hospital - Beech Grove | Beech Grove | Acute Care Hospital |
Carmel Ambulatory Surgery Center | Carmel | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Hernia Center Plus | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Riverview Health | Noblesville | Acute Care Hospital |
Northside Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center | Indianapolis | GI Diagnostic Center |
Witham Health Services | Lebanon | Acute Care Hospital |
North Meridian Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Mooresville Endoscopy Center | Mooresville | GI Diagnostic Center |
Indiana Endoscopy Centers | Fishers | GI Diagnostic Center |
Morgan Hospital and Medical Center | Martinsville | Medical Center |
Putnam County Hospital | Greencastle | Critical Access (Rural) Hospital |
Franciscan Health Indianapolis | Indianapolis | Acute Care Hospital |
Eskenazi Health | Indianapolis | Acute Care Hospital |
Senate Street Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Community Hospital South, Inc. | Indianapolis | Acute Care Hospital |
Women's Physician Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Indiana University Health | Indianapolis | Acute Care Hospital |
South Emerson Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Center for Special Surgery | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Indiana Endoscopy Center | Indianapolis | GI Diagnostic Center |
Hendricks Regional Health | Danville | Acute Care Hospital |
Ascension St Vincent Carmel | Carmel | Acute Care Hospital |
Hancock Surgery Center | Greenfield | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Iu Health West Hospital | Avon | Acute Care Hospital |
Franciscan Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Major Hospital | Shelbyville | Acute Care Hospital |
Indiana University Health North Hospital | Carmel | Acute Care Hospital |
The Surgery Center of Carmel | Carmel | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
South Central Surgery Center | Franklin | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Beltway Surgery Center Springmill | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Indiana Endoscopy Center West | Avon | GI Diagnostic Center |
Indianapolis Endoscopy Center | Indianapolis | GI Diagnostic Center |
Johnson Memorial Hospital | Franklin | Acute Care Hospital |
Surgery Center of Indianapolis | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Surgical Care Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
The Endoscopy Center | Indianapolis | GI Diagnostic Center |
Naab Road Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Sycamore Springs Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Centro Medico Alivio | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Eagle Highlands Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Central Indiana Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Digestive Health Center | Carmel | GI Diagnostic Center |
Westview Hospital | Indianapolis | Acute Care Hospital |
Hancock Regional Hospital | Greenfield | Acute Care Hospital |
Beltway Surgery Center | Indianapolis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Colonoscopy Introduction
A colonoscopy is a procedure which allows a doctor to view inside the large intestine (colon) using a tool called a colonoscope. A key advantage of the procedure is that, when needed, other instruments can be passed through the colonoscope. These may be used, for example, to painlessly remove a suspicious-looking growth or to biopsy, that is, take a small piece of tissue for further analysis. Although colonoscopy is the best test available to detect and treat abnormalities within the colon, other alternative procedures are abdominal x-ray, computed tomography (CT scan), abdominal ultrasound, barium enema, sigmoidoscopy and, more recently, an alternative is a Virtual colonoscopy. These exams, however, do not allow direct viewing of the colon, removal of polyps, or the completion of biopsies, so, if an abnormality is found during one of these procedures, a colonoscopy may still be required to biopsy or remove the abnormality.
Patient Preparation For A Colonoscopy
You will be given instructions in advance that will outline what you should and should not do in preparation for colonoscopy. Central to these instructions is the need to cleanse the intestinal tract, modify diet and manage medications; be sure to read and follow those instructions. It is particularly important to inform the physician of all medications or vitamins taken regularly or if you are pregnant (or think you might be pregnant) or if you have heart, lung or other medical conditions that may need special attention, and, finally, if you have a history of bleeding disorders or if you are taking any anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medications, aspirin, or other medications that affect blood clotting. Arrangements should be made for transportation after the surgery is complete.
What to expect during and after a Colonoscopy
The procedure takes about 30 minutes to perform and is seldom remembered by the sedated patient. The sedative and pain medication usually cause most patients to dose off during the procedure. An intravenous line is inserted into the arm to administer a sedative and a painkiller. Also, your heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and oxygen level will be monitored during the procedure. Once you are fully relaxed, you will be asked to lie on your left side with your knees bent towards your chest. Your doctor will first do a rectal exam with a gloved, lubricated finger; then the lubricated colonoscope will be gently inserted into the anus and gently advanced into the rectum and colon. As the scope is slowly and carefully passed, you may feel as if you need to move your bowels, and because air is introduced to help advance the scope, you may feel some cramping or fullness. Generally, however, there is little or no discomfort. The physician will examine the colon. If a polyp is seen, it may be removed, biopsied, or left alone until a subsequent operation is performed.
After the procedure is competed you will be taken to the recovery area and monitored until the medication has worn off. After recovery, the physician will explain the results to you, provide instructions on care and diet and then your driver will be allowed to take you home. It is normal to experience mild cramping or abdominal pressure following the exam. This usually subsides in an hour or so, after the air has been expelled. Notify your physician to report any of the following: fever and/or chills, frequent bloody stools, abdominal pain and/or bloating, inability to pass gas.
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