Barium enema (lower GI series)
Description
A diagnostic procedure in which a liquid with barium in it is put into the rectum and colon from the anus. Barium is a metallic compound that helps to show the image of the lower gastrointestinal tract on an x-ray. This procedure can help diagnose Crohn's disease, colorectal cancer, ulcerative colitis, and other diseases of the colon.
Cost
Average Cost: $106.17
This is Healthcare Blue Book's recommended price for Barium enema (lower GI series).
The Blue Book price is based on the average fee that providers in your area
accept as payment from an insurance company for Barium enema (lower GI series).
Common Complications
Occasionally constipation occurs. Rarely perforation of the rectum or colon occurs. Perforation can be very serious leading to infection and death if not treated urgently.
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