Blood test, magnesium
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc.
Billing Code: 83735 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 83735
- Insurance Median: $7
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.04x 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 $6.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Smarthealth | $6 - $9 | 90% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $7 - $19 | 104% |
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $7 | 104% |
| Medicare (plans) | $7 | 104% |
| Va | $7 | 104% |
| Humana | $7 | 104% |
| Vc Hope | $7 | 104% |
| Via Christi Research | $7 | 104% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $7 | 104% |
| Corizon | $8 | 119% |
| Mdsave | $10 | 149% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $11 | 164% |
| Aetna | $21 | 313% |
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $27 | 403% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For this blood magnesium test at Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc., the facility's negotiated rates range from $6 to $27 across 14 different payers, with a median negotiated amount of $7.00. This aligns closely with the Medicare benchmark of $6.70, indicating that the facility's pricing is consistent with federal cost standards rather than inflated chargemaster lists. While commercial insurance contracts often include administrative overhead that can increase prices by 20% to 40% above the true cost of care, this facility's rates appear to reflect a fair baseline. Patients should be aware that while being in-network protects them from balance billing under the No Surprises Act, the specific allowed amount varies by plan; for instance, UnitedHealthcare plans may see rates up to $19, whereas Medicaid/KanCare plans are capped at $11.
If you are paying out-of-pocket, the data indicates that cash and negotiated rates are currently null, meaning there is no publicly listed cash price to compare against. However, it is important to note that cash-pay options can sometimes be more economical for patients with high-deductible plans if the insurance negotiated rate exceeds the actual cash price, though this specific code lacks a published cash median. To secure the best possible rate, we strongly recommend contacting the hospital directly to inquire about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can reduce bills by 20% to 50% if paid upfront. Additionally, before scheduling, verify your deductible status to ensure you are not unexpectedly responsible for the full negotiated amount, and always request a detailed, itemized bill to review for any errors or unbundled charges before finalizing payment