Ultrasound, abdomen (limited)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc.
Billing Code: 76705 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 76705
- 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $98 | 92% |
| Medicare (plans) | $98 - $100 | 92% |
| Via Christi Research | $98 | 92% |
| Humana | $98 | 92% |
| Vc Hope | $98 | 92% |
| Va | $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 | $198 | 185% |
| Aetna | $201 | 188% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For this ultrasound of the abdomen at Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc., the negotiated rates range from $98 to $275 depending on your specific insurance plan. The lowest negotiated amount is $98, which aligns with the rates for several major payers including Saint Lukes Health Systems, Medicare, and Humana. However, UnitedHealthcare offers a significantly higher range of $100 to $275, while Medicaid/KanCare and Coventry City Of Wichita charge $167 and $198 respectively. When compared to the Medicare benchmark of $106.81, the facility's negotiated rates generally fall within or slightly above the federal baseline, reflecting standard administrative costs and contract dynamics. It is important to note that while these negotiated rates protect in-network members, they often exceed the actual cash price, which can be a critical factor for patients with high-deductible plans who may pay less out-of-pocket by paying cash directly.
To potentially lower your costs, we strongly recommend contacting the hospital directly to inquire about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can reduce the final bill by 20% to 50% if paid in full upfront. These discounts bypass the administrative overhead of insurance claims processing and are often available even for patients with insurance, provided they waive the submission of a claim to the insurer. Additionally, since over 80% of hospital bills contain errors, we advise requesting a full itemized statement before making any payment to ensure no services were double-billed or unbundled. By verifying your deductible status and confirming the exact cash price versus your insurance allowed amount, you can make an informed decision that avoids unexpected balance billing and