CT scan, abdomen and pelvis (no contrast)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc.
Billing Code: 74176 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 74176
- Insurance Median: $226
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- 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 $243.77 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Via Christi Research | $224 | 92% |
| Vc Hope | $224 | 92% |
| Va | $224 | 92% |
| Medicare (plans) | $224 - $228 | 92% |
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $224 | 92% |
| Humana | $224 | 92% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $228 - $626 | 94% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $228 | 94% |
| Corizon | $279 | 114% |
| Smarthealth | $313 | 128% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $380 | 156% |
| Aetna | $435 | 178% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For this CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis (no contrast) at Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc., the negotiated rates range from $224 to $435, with a median negotiated amount of $226.00. These commercial rates are significantly higher than the Medicare benchmark of $243.77, which serves as the federal baseline for the true cost of care. While the facility is located in Wichita, KS (zip 67214), the provided data does not include specific county or state average comparisons for this procedure, so the Medicare rate remains the primary objective standard for evaluating pricing fairness. Patients should note that while in-network insurance contracts cap charges at these negotiated levels, the actual amount you owe depends on your specific plan's deductible and coinsurance.
If you have a high-deductible plan, paying cash directly might be more cost-effective than using insurance, as the negotiated rate often exceeds the cash price. The data indicates no specific cash or median paid values were reported for this code, but you should actively inquire about self-pay or prompt-pay discounts before scheduling, as hospitals often offer 20% to 50% reductions for upfront payment to bypass administrative claim processing. Additionally, if you receive an itemized bill, review it carefully to ensure no unbundled codes or services not rendered are included, as over 80% of hospital bills contain errors that can be corrected through a formal written audit dispute. Always verify your deductible status and request a waiver of insurance submission if you choose to pay out-of-pocket to avoid automatic claims that could void your discount.