CMS Price Transparency Data

Physical therapy (neuromuscular re-education)

Facility: Mercy Hospital Pittsburg, Inc

Billing Code: 97112 (CPT)

Factual Cost Summary (Answer Capsule)
  • CPT Billing Code: 97112
  • Insurance Median: $30
  • Cash Discount Price: $43
  • vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.92x Medicare
The contracted insurance negotiated median rate for a Physical therapy (neuromuscular re-education) at Mercy Hospital Pittsburg, Inc is $30. If you are paying out-of-pocket or uninsured, the self-pay cash discount rate is $43. Compared to the federal Medicare reimbursement reference rate of $32.73, this hospital’s rate is 0.92x the Medicare baseline. Located in 1 Mt Carmel Way, Pittsburg, KS.
Cash / Self-Pay
$43

Average discount available for prompt cash payment at this facility.

Insurance Median
$30

Median negotiated contract rate across all mapped commercial carriers.

Medicare Reference Rate
$32.73

Standard federal government reimbursement rate for this code.

Visual Cost Comparison vs. Medicare

Medicare Reference Baseline: $32.73 (100%)
Cash / Self-Pay: $43 (131%)
Insurance Median: $30 (92%)
Cash: $43 (131% of Medicare)
Ins. Median: $30 (92% of Medicare)

Understanding this gauge: We use the federal Medicare rate of $32.73 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.

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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
Medica Contracted [320239] $24 73%
Medicaid / KanCare $27 - $30 82%
Blue Cross Blue Shield $27 - $61 82%
UnitedHealthcare $28 - $44 86%
Tricare $29 89%
Aetna $30 - $56 92%
Pace Of The Ozarks Contracted [320518] $30 92%
Medicare (plans) $30 92%
Home State Health Plan Contracted [320187] $30 92%
Humana $30 92%
Cross Timbers Hospice [20098] $30 92%
Kindful Hospice [20434] $30 92%
Elara Caring Aspire Hospice [20433] $30 92%
Kindful Hospice Contracted [320434] $30 92%
Dept Of Veteran Affairs Contracted [320106] $30 92%
Halo Hcr Inc Hospice Contracted [320432] $30 92%
Mercy Hospice Okc [20252] $30 92%
Halo Hcr Inc Hospice [20432] $30 92%
Ambetter / Centene $30 92%
American Health Advantage Of Ks Mcr Contracted [320508] $31 95%
United Medical Resources Contracted [320454] $44 134%
Cigna $46 - $51 141%
Health Choice Contracted [320166] $50 153%
Workers Comp [20426] $53 162%
Mercy Benefit Admin Contracted [320251] $53 162%
Reflect Health Contracted [320492] $53 162%
Yuzu Health Contracted [320521] $53 162%
Edison Health Solutions Contracted [320502] $53 162%
Healthlink Contracted [320179] $53 162%
Ebms Contracted [320493] $53 162%
American Healthcare Alliance Contracted [320020] $53 162%
Auxiant Contracted [320462] $53 162%
Imagine 360 Contracted [320494] $53 162%
Aither Health Contracted [320449] $53 162%
First Health Contracted [320128] $56 171%
Providrs Care Network Contracted [320484] $58 177%

Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary

For the physical therapy service (CPT 97112) at Mercy Hospital Pittsburg, Inc., the cash median rate is $43.00, which is notably higher than the state of Kansas average of $30.00. While commercial insurance plans typically negotiate rates ranging from $24 to $58 depending on the carrier, patients with high-deductible plans may find the cash price more advantageous if their insurer's negotiated rate exceeds $43.00. It is important to note that many commercial payers, such as Medicaid/KanCare and several Blue Cross Blue Shield plans, have negotiated rates that fall below the cash price, suggesting that paying out-of-pocket might result in higher costs for those specific policies.

To ensure you are receiving the most favorable rate, we recommend requesting an itemized billing audit before finalizing payment, as over 80% of hospital bills contain errors that can be corrected. Additionally, patients should inquire about prompt-pay discounts, which can reduce the total bill by 20% to 50% if paid in full upfront, effectively bypassing the administrative overhead associated with insurance claims. While the facility's negotiated rates are generally aligned with the state median of $30.00, verifying your specific plan's allowed amount and checking for self-pay discounts prior to scheduling can help avoid unexpected balances or unnecessary administrative fees.

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Facility Profile & Credentials

  • Address: 1 Mt Carmel Way, Pittsburg, KS 66762
  • CMS Rating: ★★★☆☆
  • Ownership Type: Voluntary non-profit - Church
  • Hospital Type: Acute Care Hospitals