CT scan, head (with contrast)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc
Billing Code: 70460 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 70460
- Insurance Median: $165
- Cash Discount Price: $684
- 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 $179.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | $44 - $461 | 25% |
| Aetna | $46 - $159 | 26% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $46 - $171 | 26% |
| Providrs Care | $72 - $204 | 40% |
| Va | $165 | 92% |
| Humana | $165 - $166 | 92% |
| Medicare (plans) | $165 - $168 | 92% |
| Smarthealth | $230 | 128% |
| Ambetter / Centene | $280 | 156% |
| Tricare | $297 | 166% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $520 - $548 | 290% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For a CT scan of the head with contrast at Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, the cash price is $684.00, which is significantly lower than the facility's negotiated rates with major payers. While UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Medicaid/KanCare negotiate rates ranging from $44 to $204, the cash price remains the most affordable option for patients without insurance or those with high-deductible plans. It is important to note that commercial insurance contracts often include administrative overheads that can inflate the allowed amount well above the cash price; in this case, even the lowest negotiated rate from Medicaid/KanCare ($44) is lower than the cash price, but many other plans negotiate higher amounts. Patients should verify their specific plan's allowed amount before scheduling, as assuming that in-network coverage automatically yields the lowest cost can lead to unexpected out-of-pocket expenses if the deductible has not been met.
The facility's pricing is benchmarked against Medicare, which sets a baseline of $179.20 for this procedure. The cash price of $684.00 represents a markup of 0.9 times the Medicare rate, while the median negotiated rate across all payers is $165.00. Although the data does not provide explicit state or county average comparisons for this specific code, the facility's ownership as a voluntary non-profit private hospital in Manhattan, KS (zip 66502), suggests that local market dynamics influence these rates. To ensure you are receiving the best possible price, we recommend requesting an itemized billing audit before payment to confirm there are no unbundled charges or errors, as over 80% of hospital bills