Author
Bowtie Team
Updated on
2026-01-08
Disclaimer: This article is translated with the assistance of AI.
Where can you get a gastroscopy? The Bowtie team compiles data to compare fees at public and private hospitals or clinics, plus step-by-step insurance claim guidance for better understanding of costs and claims.
Public Hospital Fee Reference
| Public Hospital | Item | Price |
| Government Private Medical Services | Esophagogastroduodenoscopy + Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ± Monitored Anesthesia | HK$30,000 – HK$90,000 * |
- * The above fees include the surgeon, anesthesiologist, drugs used in the surgery, and operating room fees. Special consumables used by individual patients, such as implants, prosthetic organs and devices, and disposable laparoscopic instruments used in the surgery, are charged separately.
- * The above fee prices are for reference only (updated until June 30, 2025), for details please inquire with the Hospital Authority
Private Hospital Fee Reference
| Private Hospital | Examination Item | Day Procedure Price# | Inpatient Procedure Price# |
| Canossa Hospital | Gastroscopy +/- Polypectomy | $19,715 | $41,529 |
| Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy | $37,657 | $50,823 | |
| Evangel Hospital | Gastroscopy +/- Polyp | $12,109 | $18,003 |
| Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polyp | $25,658 | $33,501 | |
| Hong Kong Adventist Hospital | Gastroscopy +/- Polypectomy | $19,123 | $38,378 |
| Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy | $31,094 | $47,053 | |
| Hong Kong Baptist Hospital | Gastroscopy ± Polypectomy | $19,784 | $36,408 |
| Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy ± Polypectomy | $38,678 | $48,516 | |
| Union Hospital | Gastroscopy +/- Polypectomy | $14,620 | $23,340 |
| Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy | $29,310 | $38,900 | |
| Precious Blood Hospital (Caritas) | Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy (With or Without Polypectomy) | $45,061 | $60,591 |
| Gastroscopy (With or Without Polypectomy) | $30,605 | $60,160 | |
| The Chinese University of Hong Kong Medical Centre | Gastroscopy +/- Polypectomy | $16,360 | $32,830 |
| Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy | $28,220 | $42,304 | |
| Tsuen Wan Adventist Hospital | Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polyp Removal | $27,237 | $51,325 |
| Gastroscopy +/- Polyp Removal | $15,100 | $40,910 | |
| St. Paul’s Hospital | Gastroscopy | $8,522 | $ – |
| Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- Polypectomy | $37,638 | $ – |
- # The above surgery fees are the median from past statistics, sourced from hospital official websites (updated as of June 30, 2025)
- * The above fees include doctor fees and hospitalization fees
Clinic Fee Reference for Gastroscopy
| Clinic | Price |
| High-Definition Gastroscopy Center (Kwai Fong/Kwan Tong/Yuen Long) | HK$7,200 – HK$8,200 (Monitoring anesthesia requires an additional HK$ 2,500) |
| Hong Kong Medical and Gastroenterology Center | HK$ 8,200 |
| Hong Kong Specialist | HK$ 7,800 – HK$9,900 (Monitoring anesthesia requires an additional HK$ 2,000) |
| High-Definition Gastroscopy (Central) | HK$ 8,600 – HK$9,600 (Monitoring anesthesia requires an additional HK$ 2,500) |
| The Grand HD Endoscopy Centre | HK$ 6,800 – HK$7,800 (Monitoring anesthesia requires an additional HK$ 2,500) |
- * The above fees are based on the information displayed on their official websites as of July 2, 2025. For detailed fees, please inquire with the relevant clinics.
Factors Influencing Gastroscopy Costs
Gastroscopy examination fees mainly depend on the following factors:
Complexity of the examination items
Generally speaking, the more examination items, the more expensive the fees. If special procedures are needed, such as polyp removal, the price will naturally be higher.
Use of medications
Doctors may administer an appropriate amount of sedatives and painkillers depending on the situation, or use different anesthesia methods based on individual cases, such as monitored anesthesia, which is more expensive than sedative anesthesia.
Hospital
Factors such as the doctor’s experience, the advanced level of the operating room equipment, and the comfort of the environment can affect the fees at each hospital.
Which Insurance Covers Gastroscopy?
If the gastroscopy is performed upon the written recommendation of the primary care registered doctor, the eligible outpatient consultation fees, medication costs, and examination fees are covered under the Bowtie Voluntary Health Insurance Plan . For example, using Bowtie VHIS Standard/Flexi and Bowtie Pink VHIS as references, the following table lists the coverage amounts for various gastroscopy items:
| Examination Items | Coverage Amount | ||
| Bowtie VHIS Standard | Bowtie VHIS Flexi | Bowtie Pink VHIS | |
| Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, with or without biopsy and/or polypectomy | Surgeon’s fee per procedure:
HK$5,000 * |
Surgeon’s fee per procedure:
Flexi Regular HK$6,000 * Flexi Plus HK$9,000 * |
Full reimbursement # |
| Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with foreign body removal | |||
- * The listed coverage amounts only include surgeon fees. Voluntary health insurance also covers other procedures, such as specialist doctor fees, ward accommodation, anesthetist fees, operating room fees, miscellaneous fees, etc. The coverage amounts for each item can be referenced on the voluntary health insurance product page. Each coverage amount is determined based on the complexity of the examination, and the voluntary health insurance surgery table is categorized according to the complexity of most examinations (from minor to complex).
- # Full reimbursement means there is no per-item reimbursement limit and applies only to specified coverage items. Reimbursements are subject to the remaining deductible (if applicable), annual coverage limit, lifetime coverage limit, and other restrictions including reasonable and customary charges, pre-existing conditions, the specified hospital list in mainland China, and related matters for treatment in the US. For detailed product terms, conditions, risks, and exclusions, please refer to the relevant product website and policy.
- * The company has the right to require proof of the relevant written advice, such as a referral letter or a statement provided by the attending physician or a registered doctor in the claim application form.
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Bowtie provides a premium calculator that allows you to estimate your monthly voluntary health insurance premium based on factors such as age, gender, and smoking habits:
How to Make a Claim?
The claims process is not complicated. The steps for claiming under Bowtie voluntary health insurance are as follows:
- Prepare the required documents (see below)
- Log in to Bowtie Account to apply for a claim
- Answer a few questions about this examination
- Submit bank details
- Upload the required documents
- Wait for approval
- Receive the reimbursement
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To apply for a claim, the following documents/receipts are required:
- Hospitalization claim form filled out and signed by the doctor
- Original hospital receipt
- All pathology reports
Private hospitals generally have hospitalization claim forms for different insurance companies. As long as you clearly inform the doctor about your health insurance, they have experience in filling them out. It is recommended to prepare a summary of your insurance coverage for the doctor’s reference.
How long does it take to receive reimbursement after applying?
The time required for each claim varies depending on the complexity of the case. Approximately 80% of cases are approved within 10 working days; the reimbursement amount will be transferred to the claimant’s designated bank account within 3 working days after successful approval.
- # Data as of January 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it generally take to schedule a gastroscopy at a public hospital?
The Bowtie team once called the Eastern District Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital (2595 6111) to inquire about gastroscopy scheduling, and the response was that it would take 1 to 2 years or more. However, this figure is for reference only, and the actual time may vary depending on the patient’s condition. It is recommended to inquire directly with the hospital.
Do I need to be hospitalized for a gastroscopy?
Gastroscopy can be performed at the hospital’s day center, allowing for same-day discharge without overnight stay. However, a two-day one-night inpatient service is also available, and the doctor will decide based on the patient’s condition. For details, please consult your doctor.
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