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Colonoscopy Examination Fees 2023

A colonoscopy, commonly known as a colon examination, is frequently used to examine the condition inside the large intestine. Through a colonoscopy, colon polyps can be detected early, reducing the risk of colon cancer. The Bowtie team has consolidated information about colonoscopy examination fees and the process for insurance claims from various medical institutions.

Author Bowtie Team

Date 2023-07-12

Updated on 2023-02-01

Public Hospital Charges Reference Private Hospital Fees Clinic Fees What factors will influence colonoscopy examination fees?Which types of insurance can cover colonoscopy?How to make a claim?FAQ

Public Hospital Charges Reference

Examination Item	Fees^#
Colonoscopy	HK$7,870 – HK$40,000

#The fees include the surgeon, anesthetist, medications used during the procedure, and operating room expenses. Special consumables used by individual patients, such as implants, prosthetic organs and devices, and disposable laparoscopic instruments used during the surgery, will be charged separately.
NoteThe above fees are for reference only. Please consult the Hospital Authority for detailed and up-to-date charges.

Private Hospital Fees

Private Hospital	Examination Fees	Procedure Price#	Inpatient Procedure Price#
Canossa Hospital	Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	–	HK$23,531
Canossa Hospital	Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	–	HK$52,404
Evangel Hospital	Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$13,114	HK$18,450
Evangel Hospital	Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$23,306	HK$29,657
Precious Blood Hospital (Caritas)	Gastroscopy	–	HK$12,899.5
Precious Blood Hospital (Caritas)	Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	–	HK$31,033.5
Hong Kong Baptist Hospital	Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$17,510	HK$25,068
Union Hospital	Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$14,960	HK$19,720
Union Hospital	Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$25,360	HK$35,870
Hong Kong Adventist Hospital – Tsuen Wan	Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$17,525	HK$34,230
Hong Kong Adventist Hospital – Tsuen Wan	Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$27,939	HK$45,408
Gleneagles Hong Kong Hospital	Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$18,183	HK$24,387
Gleneagles Hong Kong Hospital	Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$28,183	HK$37,266
Matilda International Hospital	Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$24,940	HK$31,151
Matilda International Hospital	Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$35,919	HK$36,922
CUHK Medical Centre	Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$16,580	HK$18,770
CUHK Medical Centre	Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy	HK$24,170	HK$26,510

#The above surgical fees are the median fees based on historical statistics and are taken from the hospitals' official websites (updated as of February 1, 2023).
NoteThe above charges include doctors' fees and hospitalization fees.

Clinic Fees

Clinic	Fees	Examination Package Details
Humansa HD Endoscopy （Kwai Fong/Kwun Tong/Yuen Long）	HK$ 10,300 （Additional HK$3,500 for anesthesia monitoring）	Package includes: Intravenous sedation fee Biopsy forceps Report with photos Doctor’s fee Operating room fee Laboratory fee Instrument fee Laxative Preoperative consultation fee
Hong Kong Medical and Gastroenterology Center	HK$ 10,800	Package includes: Doctor’s surgical fee Endoscopy facility fee including blood pressure and oxygen monitoring, sedation, oxygen, video image report, and CD/memory card recording
Specialist HK	HK$ 9,600 （Additional HK$2,200 for anesthesia monitoring）	Package includes: Surgical doctor fee Instrument fee, Lab test fee Carbon dioxide fee Operating room fee Attached report Post-operative protective medication fee Miscellaneous expenses involved in the post-operative explanation report and during the examination process.
Humansa HD Endoscopy （Central）	HK$ 10,300 （Additional HK$3,500 for anesthesia monitoring）	Package includes: Surgeon’s fee Instrument fee Laboratory fee Carbon dioxide fee Operating room fee Attached image report Post-operative protective medication fee Post-operative explanation report and miscellaneous fees related to the examination process
The Grand HD Endoscopy Centre	HK$ 8,800 （Additional HK$3,500 for anesthesia monitoring）	Package includes: Surgeon’s fee Instrument fee Laboratory fee Carbon dioxide fee Operating room fee Attached image report Post-operative protective medication fee Post-operative explanation report and miscellaneous fees related to the examination process

NoteThe above packages do not include special procedures such as polyp removal. For detailed pricing information, please inquire at the respective clinics. The mentioned fees are based on the information displayed on their official websites as of January 31, 2023.

What factors will influence colonoscopy examination fees?

Government Subsidies

The government’s “Colorectal Cancer Screening Program” provides subsidies for eligible citizens without symptoms of colorectal cancer to undergo testing for early detection and increased chances of cure. The program aims to reduce the risk of developing cancer.

Click here to learn more about the eligibility criteria and details of the program.

Complexity of the Examination

Generally, the more complex the examination, the higher the cost. Additional procedures like polyp removal will naturally increase the price.

Hospital Factors

Factors such as the qualifications of doctors, the level of equipment advancement, and the comfort of the environment can influence the pricing of each hospital.

Which types of insurance can cover colonoscopy?

If a colonoscopy examination is conducted based on a written recommendation from a primary care doctor, the eligible outpatient consultation fees, medication costs, and examination fees are covered under Bowtie Voluntary Health Insurance Scheme. For example, the following table provides coverage limits for various colonoscopy examination items under Bowtie Voluntary Health Insurance (Standard/Flexible) and Bowtie Pink Voluntary Health Insurance for reference:

Examination Item	Coverage
	Bowtie VHIS (Standard)	Bowtie VHIS (Flexi)	Bowtie Pink Voluntary Health Insurance
Colonoscopy with or without biopsy	Surgeon fees per procedure: HK$5,000*	Surgeon fees per procedure: Flexi (Basic) HK$6,000* Flexi (Plus) HK$9,000*	Full reimbursement
Colonoscopy examination, including polypectomy
Sigmoidoscopy examination

*The mentioned coverage amounts only include surgeon's fees. The voluntary health insurance also provides coverage for other procedures, such as specialist fees, room rental, anesthesiologist fees, operating room fees, miscellaneous fees, etc. The coverage amounts for each procedure depend on the complexity of the examination. The Bowtie Voluntary Health Insurance Surgical Table categorizes the complexity of most examinations from small to complex.
#Bowtie Pink Voluntary Health Insurance provides full reimbursement for qualified medical expenses related to diagnosis, hospitalization, surgery, and specified non-surgical cancer treatments (excluding the United States), subject to annual and lifetime limits. Claim amounts may be adjusted for hospitals in mainland China outside the designated hospital list or high-end hospitals within the designated list, higher-level ward class, or pre-existing conditions at the time of insurance application.
NoteBowtie reserves the right to request proof of the written recommendation, such as a referral letter or a statement provided by the attending or registered doctor on the claim form.

How to make a claim?

The claim process for Bowtie Voluntary Health Insurance is not complicated and follows these steps:

Prepare the required documents (see below).
Log in to your Bowtie account and apply for a claim.
Answer a few questions about the examination.
Submit your bank details.
Upload the necessary documents.
Wait for the approval process.
Receive compensation.

Click here to view claim tutorial.

To apply for a claim, you will need the following documents/receipts:

Completed and signed inpatient compensation claim form by the doctor.
Original hospital receipt.
All pathology reports.

Private hospitals usually have different claim forms for various insurance companies. As long as you inform the doctor clearly about the medical insurance you have purchased, they will have experience in filling out the forms. It is recommended to prepare a summary of your insurance coverage for the doctor’s reference.

How long does it take to receive compensation after applying?

The time required for each claim varies depending on the complexity of the case. Approximately 80%# of cases are processed within 10 working days, and the compensation amount is transferred to the claimant’s designated bank account within 3 working days after successful approval.

#Data as of October 2021.

FAQ

How to participate in the colorectal cancer screening program?

People who want to participate in the program need to meet the following conditions:

Aged between 50 and 75
Hold a Hong Kong ID card or exemption registration certificate
Have joined the electronic health record sharing system
Excludes those with symptoms of colorectal cancer, high-risk factors, or those who have undergone colorectal cancer screening or examination within a specified period.

Click here to check the registration method, subsidy amount, and other information of the colorectal cancer screening plan immediately.

How often should a colonoscopy be done?

It is recommended to have a sigmoidoscopy every 5 years, and a colonoscopy should be done every 10 years.

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