Blood test, vitamin D
Facility: University Of Ks Hlth System Great Bend Campus
Billing Code: 82306 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82306
- Insurance Median: $81
- Cash Discount Price: $27
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 2.74x 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 $29.6 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 274% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 174%). 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] | $57 | 193% |
| Wppa [503200056] | $57 | 193% |
| Meritain Health [503200039] | $57 - $81 | 193% |
| Alt Carelon Behavioral Health [503200905] | $68 | 230% |
| Cigna | $81 - $108 | 274% |
| National Assn Letter Carriers [503200019] | $81 | 274% |
| Alt Meritain Health [503999911] | $81 | 274% |
| First Health [5032000110] | $81 | 274% |
| Allied National [503999937] | $81 | 274% |
| Php [503200005] | $81 | 274% |
| Aetna | $81 | 274% |
| Aha-Healthcare Preferred [503200050] | $81 | 274% |
| Correct Care Solutions [50311253] | $94 | 318% |
| Workers Comp [503999901] | $115 | 389% |
| Usa Managed Care [503999030] | $122 | 412% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 82306 (Blood test, vitamin D) at the University of KS Health System Great Bend Campus, the facility's cash median rate is $27.00, which is significantly lower than the negotiated rates paid by most insurance payers, ranging from $57 to $122. While the facility's cash price is the lowest option listed, patients with high-deductible plans should consider that paying cash upfront might result in lower out-of-pocket costs compared to their insurance allowing a higher negotiated rate, as the cash price does not include administrative fees or insurance processing costs. It is important to note that while the facility is an in-network Acute Care Hospital in Great Bend, KS, the cash rate of $27.00 is substantially lower than the state average for this service, making it a potentially cost-effective option if the patient can secure self-pay or prompt-pay discounts before scheduling.
The facility's negotiated rates vary widely among payers, with the lowest allowed amount being $57 and the highest at $122, reflecting the complex dynamics of commercial insurance contracts. Although the No Surprises Act protects patients from balance billing for out-of-network services at in-network facilities, patients should still verify their specific plan details to ensure they are not facing unexpected costs. To maximize savings, consumers should request an itemized billing audit to confirm all charges are accurate and avoid summary bills that may obscure individual line items. Additionally, patients should explicitly ask about prompt-pay discounts, which can reduce the total bill by 20% to 50% if paid in full upfront, effectively bypassing the administrative overhead associated with insurance claims processing.