Ultrasound, abdomen (complete)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc.
Billing Code: 76700 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 76700
- Insurance Median: $99
- 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 $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 |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $98 | 92% |
| Va | $98 | 92% |
| Via Christi Research | $98 | 92% |
| Medicare (plans) | $98 - $100 | 92% |
| Vc Hope | $98 | 92% |
| Humana | $98 | 92% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $100 | 94% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $100 - $275 | 94% |
| Corizon | $123 | 115% |
| Smarthealth | $138 | 129% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $167 | 156% |
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $257 | 241% |
| Aetna | $267 | 250% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 76700, representing a complete abdominal ultrasound, the facility Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc. has a negotiated rate range of $98 to $275 across 13 different payers. The median negotiated amount is $99.00, which aligns closely with the national average for this service. While the facility's cash payment option is not listed in this report, patients should be aware that cash-pay rates can sometimes be lower than insurance negotiated rates, particularly for those with high-deductible plans where the insurance allowed amount 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 upfront fee reductions can significantly lower out-of-pocket costs.
This procedure is benchmarked against Medicare, which sets a fixed reimbursement rate of $106.81 for this service. The facility's median negotiated rate of $99.00 is slightly below the Medicare benchmark, indicating a competitive pricing structure relative to the federal standard. However, individual payer contracts vary widely; for instance, UnitedHealthcare has a range of $100 to $275, while Medicaid/KanCare is set at $167. Patients should avoid relying on summary bills that only show broad category totals, as these often obscure the specific CPT codes and unit costs. To ensure accuracy and prevent errors, consumers should request a full itemized bill that details every charge, allowing them to identify any unbundled services or charges for items not rendered.