Blood test, vitamin D
Facility: Saint John Hospital
Billing Code: 82306 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82306
- Insurance Median: $31
- Cash Discount Price: $29
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.05x Medicare
Average discount available for prompt cash payment at this facility.
Median negotiated contract rate across all mapped commercial carriers.
Standard federal government reimbursement rate for this code.
Visual Cost Comparison vs. Medicare
Understanding this gauge: We use the federal Medicare rate of $29.6 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.
Out-of-Pocket Cost Estimator
Estimate whether it is more economical to use your insurance or pay the upfront self-pay cash rate.
Commercial Insurance Negotiated Rates
Negotiated contract ranges established by major commercial carriers at this facility.
| Carrier / Plan Group | Contract Rate Range | vs. Medicare Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Medicaid / KanCare | $25 | 84% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $25 - $41 | 84% |
| Celtic | $26 - $180 | 88% |
| Healthy Blue | $26 - $31 | 88% |
| Tricare | $30 | 101% |
| Cigna | $30 | 101% |
| Medicare (plans) | $30 | 101% |
| Midland Care Connection | $30 | 101% |
| Kansas Superior Select | $30 | 101% |
| Aetna | $30 - $52 | 101% |
| Well Path | $41 | 139% |
| Corizon | $41 | 139% |
| Employer Direct Healthcare | $41 | 139% |
| Centurion | $44 | 149% |
| Naphcare | $46 | 155% |
| Comp Alliance Workers Comp | $60 | 203% |
| Oha Networks | $64 | 216% |
| Worker Compensation | $66 | 223% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $104 - $218 | 351% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For this vitamin D blood test at Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, KS, the facility's negotiated rates range from $25 to $218 depending on your insurance plan, with the highest allowed amount reaching $218 for Blue Cross Blue Shield. While the facility's cash price of $29 is significantly lower than the median negotiated rate of $31, patients with high-deductible plans should consider paying cash upfront to avoid potential balance billing, as commercial rates often exceed the cash price due to administrative costs and contract structures. It is important to verify your specific plan's allowed amount before scheduling, as in-network rates vary widely across the 19 payers listed, and some plans may cover more than others despite being in the same network.
The facility's pricing aligns closely with state and county benchmarks, with a Medicare benchmark of $29.60 and a cash median of $29, indicating that the facility's rates are competitive relative to the regional average. To maximize savings, patients should request a prompt-pay discount if paying out-of-pocket, which can reduce the bill by 20% to 50% by bypassing insurance claims processing fees. Additionally, since over 80% of hospital bills contain errors, consumers are encouraged to request a full itemized audit before finalizing payment to ensure no unbundled codes or services not rendered are included in the final charge.