Balloon Dilation Of Esophagus Using A Rigid Endoscope, Less Than 3.0 Cm in Indiana

Indiana Pricing in Context

In Indiana, CPT code 43195 (Balloon Dilation Of Esophagus Using A Rigid Endoscope, Less Than 3.0 Cm) carries an average Medicare payment of $512.84 — 180% above the national benchmark of $182.97. 4 providers across the state submitted claims for this procedure in 2023, performing 24 total services. Individual payments in IN ranged from N/A at the low end to N/A at the high end, reflecting differences in provider setting (office vs. facility), modifiers, and the specific geographic locality code applied within the state.

The average billed charge in Indiana is $2,070.00, which is the figure uninsured patients would most likely encounter before any negotiation or charity discount. Medicare, by statute, only reimburses the allowed amount — the balance between billed and paid is written off under provider participation agreements. Insured patients generally pay a negotiated rate that falls between these two figures; the exact amount depends on plan design, deductible status, and in-network participation. Because Indiana sits above the national Medicare average, commercial rates in the state may also run higher than the US median.

Using RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios for Digestive Surgery procedures, the estimated commercial insurance price in Indiana lands near $1,351.66, with self-pay cash prices typically around $1,051.99. Before scheduling, patients can request a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act, compare cash rates from hospital Machine-Readable Files, and confirm whether the provider is in-network with their specific plan. This page presents CMS reference data for informational use; it does not constitute medical or financial advice.