X-ray, hip
Facility: Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center
Billing Code: 73502 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 73502
- Insurance Median: $83
- Cash Discount Price: $168
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.93x 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 $88.91 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 | $80 - $84 | 90% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $80 - $131 | 90% |
| Triwest | $80 | 90% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $81 - $169 | 91% |
| Cigna | $169 | 190% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 73502 (X-ray, hip) at Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center in Wichita, KS, the facility's cash median price is $168.00, which is nearly identical to the gross charge of $169.00. This cash rate is significantly higher than the state average for this service, as indicated by the Medicare benchmark of $88.91 and a comparative ratio of 0.9 relative to Medicare. While commercial payers like Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Triwest have negotiated rates ranging from $80 to $131, these amounts often exceed the cash price. Patients with high-deductible plans may find paying the $168.00 cash median more cost-effective than relying on insurance, which could result in out-of-pocket costs exceeding the cash rate before deductibles are met.
To minimize unexpected costs, consumers should actively request "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts before scheduling, as these upfront payment incentives can reduce the total bill by 20% to 50%. It is also critical to avoid balance billing by verifying that the facility is in-network and understanding that the No Surprises Act protects against surprise bills for emergency care and non-emergency services at in-network facilities. If a patient receives an itemized bill, they should request a full, line-by-line audit to identify errors, unbundled codes, or services not rendered, as over 80% of hospital bills contain inaccuracies. By comparing the facility's rates directly to the Medicare baseline and seeking prompt-pay options, patients can ensure they are paying a fair price for their healthcare services.