Ultrasound, abdomen (limited)
Facility: Labette Health
Billing Code: 76705 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 76705
- Insurance Median: $80
- Cash Discount Price: $137
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.75x 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 $106.81 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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ambetter / Centene | $18 - $113 | 17% |
| Aetna | $24 - $74 | 22% |
| Montgomery County | $24 - $180 | 22% |
| Kansas Superior Select | $27 - $101 | 25% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $33 - $98 | 31% |
| Uhccp | $39 - $78 | 37% |
| Healthy Blue | $61 - $93 | 57% |
| Multiplan | $61 - $422 | 57% |
| Health Partners Of Kansas, Inc | $65 - $447 | 61% |
| Choicecare (First Health Network) | $65 - $447 | 61% |
| Wellcare | $98 | 92% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $98 - $131 | 92% |
| Humana | $98 | 92% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $98 - $432 | 92% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 76705, Ultrasound, abdomen (limited), Labette Health in Parsons, KS, lists a cash median price of $137.00, which is 27% lower than the Medicare benchmark of $106.81. While the facility's negotiated rates with commercial payers range from $18 to $447, the cash price often represents a more predictable cost for patients with high-deductible plans or those without insurance, as it avoids the administrative markup inherent in insurance billing cycles. It is important to note that while the facility is a government-owned acute care hospital, patients should verify their specific plan's allowed amount before scheduling, as some commercial contracts may exceed the cash rate, making out-of-pocket payment the most economical option.
To ensure you are receiving the most accurate pricing, request an itemized billing audit rather than accepting a summary bill, as hospitals may obscure individual line items to hide errors or unbundled charges. If you choose to pay with insurance, be aware that the negotiated rates can vary significantly by payer, with some plans like Multiplan and Health Partners Of Kansas potentially paying up to $447, whereas others like Ambetter / Centene pay as low as $18. Additionally, ask the billing department about prompt-pay discounts, which can reduce the final balance by 20% to 50% if settled upfront, effectively bypassing the costly claims processing and reducing the risk of unexpected balance billing from out-of-network ancillary services.