Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
AI EXPLANATION: A flexible sigmoidoscopy is an outpatient examination of the rectum and the lower section of the colon, or large intestine. A doctor inserts a thin, flexible tube equipped with a light and camera to view the lining of the bowel. During the procedure, the doctor can also collect small fluid or cell samples using gentle brushing or washing for laboratory analysis.
Across 9 hospitals, negotiated prices for this code range from $618 to $5,061. Each dot below is one payer and plan's rate as published by the hospital.