Endoscopy (Upper GI) in Abu Dhabi
0 providers · 15–30 minutes · Typically covered by insurance · Typical cost: AED 3,000 · Updated March 2026
Looking for endoscopy (upper gi) in Abu Dhabi? The UAE Open Healthcare Directory lists 0 gastroenterology providers in Abu Dhabi who may offer this procedure. The typical cost is AED 3,000 (range: AED 1,300–AED 5,500). Providers below are ranked by patient ratings. All facilities are licensed by the Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH). Upper GI endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy or EGD) examines the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine using a flexible tube with a camera. It diagnoses ulcers, GERD, Barrett's esophagus, celiac disease, and detects early cancers.
Duration
15–30 minutes
Recovery
1–2 hours (post-sedation), full day rest recommended
Insurance
Typically coveredTypical Cost
AED 3,000
Endoscopy (Upper GI) Cost — UAE City Comparison
| City | From | Typical | Up to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | AED 1,500 | AED 3,500 | AED 6,000 | View |
| Abu Dhabi(current) | AED 1,300 | AED 3,000 | AED 5,500 | Viewing |
| Sharjah | AED 1,000 | AED 2,500 | AED 4,500 | View |
| Ajman | AED 1,000 | AED 2,200 | AED 4,000 | View |
| Ras Al Khaimah | AED 1,200 | AED 2,400 | AED 4,200 | View |
| Fujairah | AED 1,200 | AED 2,200 | AED 4,000 | View |
| Umm Al Quwain | AED 1,000 | AED 2,100 | AED 3,800 | View |
| Al Ain | AED 1,200 | AED 2,500 | AED 4,500 | View |
What to Expect
You fast for 6–8 hours before the procedure. Light sedation is given through an IV. A thin flexible scope is passed through the mouth into the stomach. The doctor examines the lining and may take biopsies. The procedure takes 15–30 minutes. You rest for 1–2 hours after sedation wears off.
Anaesthesia: Sedation anaesthesia is typically used for this procedure.
Insurance Coverage
Diagnostic endoscopy is covered when medically indicated with a doctor's referral. Pre-authorisation is required by most plans. Co-pay of 10–20% applies. Biopsies and pathology are billed separately.
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Disclaimer: Pricing is indicative and based on DOH Mandatory Tariff methodology and market-observed ranges. Actual costs depend on facility type, clinical complexity, and insurance coverage. Always confirm pricing directly with the provider. Provider data is sourced from official Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH) registers, last verified March 2026.