Family therapy session
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc.
Billing Code: 90847 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 90847
- Insurance Median: $150
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.83x 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 $181.34 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 | $149 | 82% |
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $149 | 82% |
| Medicare (plans) | $149 - $152 | 82% |
| Va | $149 | 82% |
| Humana | $149 | 82% |
| Vc Hope | $149 | 82% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $152 | 84% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $152 - $416 | 84% |
| Corizon | $186 | 103% |
| Smarthealth | $208 | 115% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $253 | 140% |
| Aetna | $322 | 178% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 90847 representing a family therapy session at Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc., the negotiated rates range from $149 to $416 depending on the payer, with a median negotiated amount of $150.00. This facility is located in Wichita, Kansas, and operates as an acute care hospital. While specific cash or median paid values are not available in the current data, patients should be aware that cash-pay options can sometimes result in lower out-of-pocket costs if the insurance negotiated rate exceeds the cash price. It is advisable to contact the hospital directly to inquire about self-pay or prompt-pay discounts before scheduling, as these incentives can significantly reduce the final bill.
The facility's pricing is benchmarked against Medicare, which sets a fixed reimbursement rate of $181.34 for this service. The provided data indicates a ratio of 0.8 versus Medicare, suggesting the negotiated rates are generally aligned with or below the Medicare baseline for most payers, though UnitedHealthcare shows a wider range up to $416. Since this is a non-profit facility, the pricing reflects the contractual agreements between the hospital and various insurers, including Medicare, Medicaid/KanCare, and private plans. Consumers are encouraged to review their specific plan details to understand their deductible status and allowed amounts, ensuring they are aware of any potential balance billing scenarios, although the No Surprises Act protects against such charges for emergency care and non-emergency services from out-of-network providers at in-network facilities.