X-ray, pelvis

For the X-ray, pelvis procedure (CPT 72170) at Mercy Hospital Pittsburg, Inc, the facility's cash price of $212.00 is lower than the median negotiated rate of $105.00 paid by most commercial payers, including Humana, Aetna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. While the facility's cash rate is also below the gross charge of $326.00, patients with high-deductible plans may find paying out-of-pocket directly more cost-effective than relying on insurance, which often results in higher allowed amounts due to administrative overhead and contract structures. The facility offers a voluntary non-profit, church-owned status and is located in Pittsburg, KS (ZIP 66762), with a facility rating of 3.

To minimize unexpected costs, patients should verify their specific plan's allowed amount before scheduling, as commercial rates vary significantly across the 36 payers listed, ranging from $16 to $467. If a patient receives care from an out-of-network provider or encounters services billed at the full chargemaster rate, they may be subject to balance billing, though the No Surprises Act protects against surprise bills for emergency care and non-emergency services at in-network facilities. Additionally, patients should request an itemized bill to review every line item for errors, unbundled codes, or services not rendered, as over 80% of hospital bills contain discrepancies that can be corrected through a formal written audit dispute.