Blood test, calcium
Facility: Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center
Billing Code: 82310 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82310
- Insurance Median: $5
- Cash Discount Price: $32
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.97x 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 $5.16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | $2 - $5 | 39% |
| Aetna | $5 - $15 | 97% |
| Triwest | $5 | 97% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $5 - $7 | 97% |
| Cigna | $9 | 174% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 82310 (Blood test, calcium) at Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center in Wichita, KS, the cash median price is $32.00, which matches the facility's gross charge. This cash rate is significantly lower than the Medicare benchmark of $5.16, indicating a substantial markup relative to the federal cost baseline. While the facility is a voluntary non-profit acute care hospital, the data shows no specific negotiated rates or median paid amounts available for this service. Patients with high-deductible plans may find paying the $32.00 cash price directly more cost-effective than relying on insurance, as commercial negotiated rates often exceed cash prices due to administrative overhead and contract dynamics. It is advisable to contact the hospital directly to confirm if "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts are available, as these upfront payment incentives can further reduce the final bill.
When reviewing this price, it is important to understand that commercial insurance contracts often result in negotiated rates that are higher than cash prices, even for in-network providers. The data indicates that UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Triwest, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna all have plan ranges associated with this code, but the specific allowed amounts are not disclosed in this report. Consumers should be aware that balance billing can occur if a patient receives care from an out-of-network provider or if ancillary services are not covered under their plan, potentially leading to unexpected charges. To avoid errors, patients should request a full itemized bill before paying, ensuring that no unbundled codes or services not rendered are included. Disputing any discrepancies in writing is the most effective way to ensure the final invoice accurately reflects the agreed-up