X-ray, chest (single view)
Facility: Wichita County Health Center
Billing Code: 71045 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 71045
- Insurance Median: $352
- Cash Discount Price: $309
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 3.96x 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.
Elevated Commercial Rate Alert (Value-Gap)
The negotiated rate at this facility is 396% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 296%). Patients with high-deductible plans or out-of-network benefits may face excessive out-of-pocket costs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Medicaid / KanCare | $318 | 358% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $386 | 434% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the X-ray, chest (single view) procedure at Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas, the facility's cash median price of $309.00 is lower than the state average of $318.00. While UnitedHealthcare negotiates a rate of $386.00 and Medicaid/KanCare pays $318.00, patients with high-deductible plans may find the cash price more advantageous if their insurance allowed amount exceeds $309.00. Because commercial negotiated rates often include administrative overhead and contract markups, paying cash directly can sometimes result in immediate savings compared to the insurer's allowed amount.
To ensure you receive the best possible rate, we recommend asking the hospital about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts before scheduling your visit, as these upfront incentives can further reduce the final cost. Additionally, since over 80% of hospital bills contain errors, it is crucial to request a full itemized CPT-coded statement rather than accepting a summary bill, which may hide unbundled charges or services not rendered. When reviewing your final invoice, compare the total charged against the Medicare benchmark of $88.91; this federal rate serves as a scientifically validated baseline to identify if the facility's pricing reflects a reasonable markup or if there are opportunities for negotiation.