Blood test, vitamin D
Facility: Wichita County Health Center
Billing Code: 82306 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82306
- Insurance Median: $317
- Cash Discount Price: $278
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 10.71x 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 1071% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 971%). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Medicaid / KanCare | $286 | 966% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $347 | 1172% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 82306 (Blood test, vitamin D) at Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, KS, the facility's negotiated rates range from $286 to $347, with a median paid amount of $286. This aligns closely with the state average for this service, as the facility's cash median of $278 is only slightly lower than the negotiated median. While the facility is a Critical Access Hospital owned by the local government, patients should be aware that commercial insurance rates often include administrative overhead that can inflate the final cost. If you have a high-deductible plan, paying the cash price of $278 upfront might be more cost-effective than relying on insurance, which could result in a higher allowed amount once your deductible is met.
To ensure you are receiving the best possible rate, it is crucial to verify your specific plan's negotiated amount before scheduling, as in-network rates vary significantly by carrier. For this service, UnitedHealthcare's negotiated rate is $347, while Medicaid/KanCare's rate is $286. If you are self-paying, ask the billing department about "prompt-pay" discounts, which can reduce the total cost by 20% to 50% if settled within 30 days. Additionally, always request an itemized bill rather than a summary invoice to catch any errors or unbundled charges, as over 80% of hospital bills contain mistakes that can be corrected. Finally, compare these rates to the Medicare benchmark of $29.60; while commercial rates are naturally higher due to network agreements, the difference highlights the value of understanding your specific contract terms and potential