X-ray, foot
Facility: Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc
Billing Code: 73630 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 73630
- Insurance Median: $82
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.92x 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $58 | 65% |
| Aetna | $78 | 88% |
| Va | $81 | 91% |
| Saint Lukes Health Systems | $81 | 91% |
| Via Christi Research | $81 | 91% |
| Humana | $81 | 91% |
| Vc Hope | $81 | 91% |
| Medicare (plans) | $81 - $83 | 91% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $83 | 93% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $83 - $228 | 93% |
| Corizon | $102 | 115% |
| Smarthealth | $114 | 128% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $138 | 155% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the X-ray of the foot (CPT 73630) at Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc, the negotiated rates range from $58 to $228 depending on your specific insurance plan, with a median negotiated amount of $82.00. This facility is a voluntary non-profit church-owned acute care hospital located in Wichita, Kansas. When comparing these rates to the national baseline, the facility's pricing is 90% of the Medicare amount of $88.91, indicating a rate that is below the typical commercial markup often seen across the healthcare system. While some payers like UnitedHealthcare show a wide range up to $228, others such as Coventry and Aetna have a fixed rate of $58 and $78 respectively, suggesting significant variation based on your plan's contract status.
Patients should be aware that while in-network insurance provides protection against balance billing, the negotiated rate is often higher than the cash price due to administrative costs and contract structures. If you have a high-deductible plan or have already met your deductible, paying out-of-pocket might result in lower costs, especially if the insurance negotiated rate exceeds the cash price. Before scheduling, it is highly recommended to ask the hospital directly about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can reduce the bill by 20% to 50% if paid in full upfront. Additionally, since over 80% of hospital bills contain errors, you should request a detailed, itemized bill before paying to ensure no duplicate charges or unbundled codes are included, and always verify your deductible status to avoid unexpected out-of-pocket expenses.