The cost of a colonoscopy varies depending on the way it is done. For a normal colonoscopy, the cost is usually$300-400 at a secondary care hospital; at a tertiary care hospital, the cost is$500-600. For painless colonoscopy, the cost is 500-600 yuan at a second-tier hospital and 700-800 yuan at a third-tier hospital. If pathology needs to be taken during the process of colonoscopy, the corresponding cost may be increased and the pathology examination fee will be charged together. It also varies according to the level of the hospital where the patient is located. Generally speaking, the charges of the second-class hospitals are lower, and the charges of the third-class hospitals will be relatively higher.