CMS Price Transparency Data

X-ray, chest (single view)

Facility: Franciscan Health Munster

Billing Code: 71045 (CPT)

Factual Cost Summary (Answer Capsule)

CPT Billing Code: 71045
Insurance Median: $242
Cash Discount Price: $66
vs. Medicare Baseline: 2.72x Medicare

The contracted insurance negotiated median rate for a X-ray, chest (single view) at Franciscan Health Munster is $242. If you are paying out-of-pocket or uninsured, the self-pay cash discount rate is $66. Compared to the federal Medicare reimbursement reference rate of $88.91, this hospital’s rate is 2.72x the Medicare baseline. Located in 701 Superior Ave, Munster, IN.

Cash / Self-Pay

$66

Average discount available for prompt cash payment at this facility.

Insurance Median

$242

Median negotiated contract rate across all mapped commercial carriers.

Medicare Reference Rate

$88.91

Standard federal government reimbursement rate for this code.

Visual Cost Comparison vs. Medicare

Medicare Reference Baseline: $88.91 (100%)

Cash / Self-Pay: $66 (74%)

Insurance Median: $242 (272%)

Cash: $66 (74% of Medicare)

Ins. Median: $242 (272% of Medicare)

Understanding this gauge: We use the federal Medicare rate of $88.91 as the cost baseline. Rates below the baseline represent excellent value. In-network commercial rates commonly hover around 150% - 250% of Medicare, while rates exceeding 300% are elevated. Hover over the green and blue markers to view detailed calculations.

Elevated Commercial Rate Alert (Value-Gap)

The negotiated rate at this facility is 272% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 172%). Patients with high-deductible plans or out-of-network benefits may face excessive out-of-pocket costs.

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Out-of-Pocket Cost Estimator

Estimate whether it is more economical to use your insurance or pay the upfront self-pay cash rate.

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Your Coinsurance Rate (%)

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Commercial Insurance Negotiated Rates

Negotiated contract ranges established by major commercial carriers at this facility.

Carrier / Plan Group	Contract Rate Range	vs. Medicare Reference
Medicare (plans)	$92 - $93	103%
Cigna	$100 - $264	112%
Blue Cross Blue Shield	$118 - $311	133%
Commercial [2001]	$142 - $391	160%
Managed Care [2000]	$142 - $401	160%
Great West Insurance [1055]	$161 - $264	181%
Workers Comp [1172]	$184 - $187	207%
Aetna	$186	209%
Mdwise [1175]	$242	272%
Medicaid / KanCare	$242 - $291	272%
Managed Health Services [1302]	$250	281%
Unicare [1150]	$311	350%
United Medical Resources [1158]	$366 - $401	412%
United Medical Resources [1301]	$366 - $401	412%
UnitedHealthcare	$366 - $401	412%

Self-Pay Upfront Cash Action Plan

Request a "Self-Pay classification" with the billing desk before receiving care.
Ask for a written "Prompt-Pay Discount" agreement quoting the price of $66.
Request and sign a "Waiver of Insurance Submission" to prevent automatic billing.
Verify CPT Code matches exactly: 71045.

Insurance In-Network Protection Plan

Contact your insurance company to confirm Franciscan Health Munster is fully in-network.
Ask your insurer if "Prior Authorization" is required for CPT code 71045.
Confirm the specific physician or imaging center is also in-network (not just the hospital building).
Audit your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) against the final itemized hospital invoice.