Blood test, ferritin (iron stores)
Facility: University Of Ks Hlth System Great Bend Campus
Billing Code: 82728 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82728
- Insurance Median: $77
- Cash Discount Price: $26
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 5.65x 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 $13.63 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.
Elevated Commercial Rate Alert (Value-Gap)
The negotiated rate at this facility is 565% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 465%). Patients with high-deductible plans or out-of-network benefits may face excessive out-of-pocket costs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Alt Wppa [5032000964] | $47 - $62 | 345% |
| Wppa [503200056] | $47 - $62 | 345% |
| Meritain Health [503200039] | $47 - $89 | 345% |
| Alt Carelon Behavioral Health [503200905] | $56 - $74 | 411% |
| Aha-Healthcare Preferred [503200050] | $68 - $89 | 499% |
| First Health [5032000110] | $68 - $89 | 499% |
| Alt Meritain Health [503999911] | $68 - $89 | 499% |
| Allied National [503999937] | $68 - $89 | 499% |
| National Assn Letter Carriers [503200019] | $68 - $89 | 499% |
| Php [503200005] | $68 - $89 | 499% |
| Aetna | $68 - $89 | 499% |
| Cigna | $68 - $118 | 499% |
| Correct Care Solutions [50311253] | $79 - $104 | 580% |
| Workers Comp [503999901] | $96 - $126 | 704% |
| Usa Managed Care [503999030] | $102 - $133 | 748% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the blood test procedure for ferritin (iron stores) at the University of KS Health System Great Bend Campus, the facility's cash median price of $26.00 is significantly lower than the state average of $89.00 and the negotiated median of $77.00. While many commercial payers, including Cigna and Workers Comp, have negotiated rates ranging from $68 to $133, patients with high-deductible plans may find the cash price more advantageous if their insurance allowed amount exceeds $26.00. It is important to note that commercial rates often include administrative overhead and contract markups, which can make them higher than the direct cash price despite being the standard for insured members.
To ensure you are not overcharged, always verify your specific plan's allowed amount before scheduling, as in-network rates vary widely by payer and can sometimes exceed the cash price. If you receive a bill from an out-of-network provider or for services not covered by your plan, you may be subject to balance billing, where the provider charges the difference between their full list price and what your insurance pays. However, the No Surprises Act protects patients from such surprise bills for emergency care and non-emergency services at in-network facilities. Additionally, if you choose to pay out-of-pocket, ask the billing department about prompt-pay discounts, which can further reduce the cost, and request a full itemized bill to identify any errors or unbundled charges before making a payment.