X-ray, chest (single view)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc.
Billing Code: 71045 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 71045
- Insurance Median: $82
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.92x 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 $88.91 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna | $53 | 60% |
| Medicare (plans) | $81 - $83 | 91% |
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $81 | 91% |
| Humana | $81 | 91% |
| Va | $81 | 91% |
| Vc Hope | $81 | 91% |
| Via Christi Research | $81 | 91% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $83 - $228 | 93% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $83 | 93% |
| Corizon | $102 | 115% |
| Smarthealth | $114 | 128% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $138 | 155% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 71045, representing a chest X-ray, the facility in Wichita, KS, has a negotiated rate range of $53 to $228 depending on the insurance carrier. The lowest negotiated amount is $53, while the highest is $228. This facility's rates are compared against state and county averages to provide transparency, though specific average figures for this code were not provided in the data. The Medicare benchmark for this service is $88.91, which serves as a baseline for evaluating commercial pricing. While some commercial payers like UnitedHealthcare have a wide range from $83 to $228, others such as Aetna, Saint Lukes Health Systems, and Humana have a consistent negotiated rate of $81. Patients should note that cash-pay rates are not listed for this service, but it is important to inquire about self-pay or prompt-pay discounts before scheduling, as paying upfront can sometimes result in significant savings compared to the insurance negotiated rates.
Understanding the difference between negotiated rates and cash prices is crucial for managing costs, especially for patients with high-deductible plans. Although the data does not provide a specific cash median, commercial negotiated rates often include administrative overhead and contract dynamics that can make them higher than the actual cost of care. For instance, if a patient's insurance allows a high amount, the facility may charge the full negotiated rate rather than the lower cash price. To avoid unexpected costs, patients should request an itemized bill to verify that all charges are accurate and that no services were unbundled or double-billed. Additionally, if a patient receives care from an out-of-network provider at this facility, the No Sur