CT scan, abdomen and pelvis (with contrast)
Facility: Labette Health
Billing Code: 74177 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 74177
- Insurance Median: $330
- Cash Discount Price: $2,753
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.93x 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 $356.43 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Uhccp | $120 - $157 | 34% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $183 - $330 | 51% |
| Healthy Blue | $185 - $211 | 52% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $330 - $3,421 | 93% |
| Wellcare | $330 | 93% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $330 - $480 | 93% |
| Humana | $330 | 93% |
| Kansas Superior Select | $340 | 95% |
| Ambetter / Centene | $380 | 107% |
| Montgomery County | $604 | 169% |
| Multiplan | $3,343 | 938% |
| Health Partners Of Kansas, Inc | $3,539 | 993% |
| Choicecare (First Health Network) | $3,539 | 993% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For self-pay patients, the most important number to know upfront is the cash median rate of $2,753 for this CT scan. Because insurance companies often negotiate rates that exceed the cash price, paying in full can sometimes result in lower out-of-pocket costs if your deductible has not yet been met. It is highly recommended to ask the facility directly about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can range from 20% to 50% off the billed amount when paid in full before or shortly after the service.
This service carries a gross charge of $3,933, which is significantly higher than the cash rate, illustrating why comparing against the Medicare benchmark of $356.43 is more effective than looking at the hospital's list price. The facility's cash rate of $2,753 is notably higher than the state average of $330 and the county average of $157, though it remains below the commercial negotiated rates seen with major payers like UnitedHealthcare ($3,421) and Health Partners Of Kansas, Inc ($3,539). While the facility is owned by the Kansas government and rated 3 stars, the wide variance in payer rates highlights the importance of verifying your specific plan's negotiated amount before scheduling to avoid unexpected balances.