Psychotherapy session (60 minutes)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc
Billing Code: 90837 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 90837
- Insurance Median: $149
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.82x 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 $181.34 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tricare | $110 | 61% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $116 - $416 | 64% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $120 - $121 | 66% |
| Aetna | $120 | 66% |
| Va | $149 | 82% |
| Medicare (plans) | $149 - $152 | 82% |
| Humana | $149 - $150 | 82% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $164 - $172 | 90% |
| Providrs Care | $184 | 101% |
| Smarthealth | $208 | 115% |
| Ambetter / Centene | $253 | 140% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For a psychotherapy session lasting 60 minutes at Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc, the negotiated rates range from $110 to $253 across 11 different payers, with a median negotiated amount of $149. This facility is located in Manhattan, Kansas, and its pricing aligns closely with state averages, as the median negotiated rate of $149 is nearly identical to the Medicare benchmark of $181.34. While commercial plans like UnitedHealthcare and Blue Cross Blue Shield offer negotiated rates between $116 and $172, patients should be aware that cash-pay options may sometimes result in lower out-of-pocket costs, particularly for those with high-deductible plans where the insurance negotiated rate exceeds the cash price. It is always advisable to contact the hospital directly to inquire about self-pay or prompt-pay discounts before scheduling, as these upfront payment incentives can significantly reduce the final bill.
When reviewing your statement of account, ensure you request a full itemized bill that lists specific CPT codes rather than accepting a summary invoice that obscures individual charges. Over 80% of hospital bills contain errors, such as unbundled services or charges for items not rendered, which can be identified through a systematic line-by-line audit. If you receive a balance bill for the difference between the provider's chargemaster rate and your insurance allowed amount, remember that the No Surprises Act generally protects you from such unexpected costs for emergency care and non-emergency services at in-network facilities. To avoid disputes, always dispute billing errors in writing rather than relying on verbal assurances, and verify that your insurance plan has met your deductible before assuming the negotiated rate will be fully covered