CT scan, head (no contrast)
Facility: Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center
Billing Code: 70450 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 70450
- Insurance Median: $207
- Cash Discount Price: $782
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.94x 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 $106.81 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna | $96 - $374 | 90% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $96 - $458 | 90% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $98 - $534 | 92% |
| Cigna | $251 | 235% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For a CT scan of the head without contrast at Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center in Wichita, KS, the facility's cash median price is $782.00, which is significantly lower than the state average of $1,068.00. While commercial payers like Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and UnitedHealthcare negotiate rates ranging from $96 to $534, these amounts often exceed the cash price, meaning patients with high-deductible plans might save money by paying out-of-pocket. The facility offers a prompt-pay discount for upfront payments, which can further reduce the final cost compared to the standard cash rate.
It is important to distinguish between the facility's gross charge of $786.00 and the actual negotiated or cash prices to avoid balance billing surprises. Although the No Surprises Act protects patients from balance billing for emergency care and non-emergency services from out-of-network providers at in-network facilities, patients should still verify their specific plan details and request a prompt-pay discount before scheduling. Additionally, if you receive an itemized bill, ensure it includes specific CPT codes rather than broad category summaries, as this allows you to identify any unbundled charges or services not rendered. Comparing the facility's Medicare benchmark of $106.81 reveals that commercial rates are substantially higher, highlighting the value of understanding your specific cash or negotiated options.