X-ray, hand
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc.
Billing Code: 73130 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 73130
- 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $59 | 66% |
| Va | $81 | 91% |
| Medicare (plans) | $81 - $83 | 91% |
| Humana | $81 | 91% |
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $81 | 91% |
| Via Christi Research | $81 | 91% |
| Vc Hope | $81 | 91% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $83 - $228 | 93% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $83 | 93% |
| Aetna | $84 | 94% |
| Corizon | $102 | 115% |
| Smarthealth | $114 | 128% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $138 | 155% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 73130 (X-ray, hand), Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc. has a negotiated median payment of $82.00 across 13 payers, with the highest negotiated rate reaching $138 for Medicaid/KanCare plans. This facility is located in Wichita, KS (ZIP 67214), and its pricing data reflects the 2026-06 vintage. While specific cash or self-pay median rates are not disclosed in this dataset, patients should note that cash-pay options can sometimes be more affordable than insurance negotiated rates, particularly for those with high-deductible plans where the insurer's allowed amount exceeds the cash price. It is advisable to contact the hospital directly to inquire about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs by bypassing administrative fees and insurance billing cycles.
When evaluating costs, it is important to understand that commercial negotiated rates often differ from state or county averages due to unique contract dynamics and administrative structures. The No Surprises Act provides federal protection against balance billing for emergency care and non-emergency services from out-of-network providers at in-network facilities, meaning patients should not fear unexpected bills for these specific scenarios. If a patient receives an itemized bill that appears higher than expected, they should request a formal itemized audit to identify potential errors, such as unbundled codes or services not rendered, as over 80% of hospital bills contain inaccuracies. By comparing the facility's allowed amounts to the Medicare benchmark of $88.91 for this procedure, patients can better assess whether the negotiated rates align with fair pricing standards rather than relying on inflated charg