Blood test, amylase
Facility: Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center
Billing Code: 82150 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82150
- Insurance Median: $7
- Cash Discount Price: $20
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.08x 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 $6.48 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 | $3 - $6 | 46% |
| Aetna | $6 - $20 | 93% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $6 - $17 | 93% |
| Triwest | $7 | 108% |
| Cigna | $11 | 170% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the Blood test, amylase (CPT 82150) at Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center in Wichita, KS, the cash median price is $20.00, which matches the facility's gross charge. This cash rate is significantly higher than the state of Kansas average, where similar services typically cost less. While commercial insurance plans like UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield negotiate rates ranging from $3 to $20 depending on the specific plan, these negotiated amounts often exceed the cash price. For patients with high-deductible plans who have not yet met their out-of-pocket maximum, paying the $20.00 cash price directly may result in lower total costs compared to having insurance pay a higher negotiated rate while you cover the deductible.
It is important to verify your specific coverage details before scheduling, as commercial rates can vary widely even within the same network. If you choose to use insurance, ensure you understand that your plan's allowed amount may differ from the facility's negotiated rate, and be aware of potential balance billing scenarios if ancillary services are out-of-network. To minimize costs, we strongly recommend asking the facility about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts before your visit, as paying in full upfront can sometimes reduce the bill by 20% to 50%. Additionally, if you receive a bill after using insurance, request a detailed itemized audit to identify any errors, unbundled codes, or services not rendered, as over 80% of hospital bills contain discrepancies that can be corrected.