Blood test, glucose (blood sugar)
Facility: Salina Regional Health Center
Billing Code: 82947 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82947
- Insurance Median: $58
- Cash Discount Price: $45
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 14.76x 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 $3.93 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 1476% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 1376%). Patients with high-deductible plans or out-of-network benefits may face excessive out-of-pocket costs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $5 - $6 | 127% |
| Preferred Phsic | $38 | 967% |
| Preferred Healthcare - All Other Plans | $52 | 1323% |
| Providers Care (Wppa)-All Plans | $58 | 1476% |
| Cigna | $58 | 1476% |
| Aetna | $58 | 1476% |
| Multiplan (Mpi)-All Plans | $58 | 1476% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 82947, representing a blood glucose test at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, Kansas, the facility's cash median price is $45.00, which is lower than the facility's negotiated rate of $58.00. While the state average for this service is not explicitly listed in the provided data, the facility's cash price is notably lower than its own negotiated rates, which are significantly higher than the Medicare benchmark of $3.93. This disparity highlights that for patients with high-deductible plans or those without insurance, paying the cash price of $45.00 may be more cost-effective than relying on insurance, which often results in higher allowed amounts due to administrative overhead and contract dynamics.
Patients should be aware that while the facility offers a cash rate of $45.00, their specific insurance plan may negotiate a different amount; for instance, Preferred Phsic has a negotiated rate of $38.00, which is lower than the cash price, whereas most other payers listed have negotiated rates of $58.00. To ensure you receive the best possible price, it is recommended to contact the hospital directly to inquire about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can further reduce the final cost. Additionally, if you have insurance, verify your deductible status before scheduling, as paying the negotiated rate may not be covered until that threshold is met. Always request an itemized bill to review specific charges and ensure no errors exist, as over 80% of hospital bills contain discrepancies that can be corrected through a formal audit.