Group therapy session

For this group therapy session (CPT 90853) at Satanta District Hospital in Kansas, the facility's cash price of $144.00 is notably lower than the state average for this service, which ranges from $14 to $263 across 38 different payers. While the facility's negotiated rates with insurance plans vary widely—starting at $14 for some Direct Benefit plans and reaching up to $263 for Medicaid/KanCare—the cash price often provides a more predictable cost for patients with high-deductible plans or those without coverage. It is important to note that commercial insurance negotiated rates frequently include administrative overhead and do not reflect the actual cost of care, which is why comparing these rates to the Medicare benchmark of $103.79 reveals the true baseline for pricing.

Patients should be aware that while the No Surprises Act protects against balance billing for emergency care and non-emergency services from out-of-network providers at in-network facilities, unexpected charges can still occur if ancillary services are billed separately. To ensure you receive the most accurate pricing, always request a full itemized bill before paying, as summary bills may obscure errors or unbundled charges. Additionally, since the facility offers prompt-pay discounts for upfront payment, you should explicitly ask to be classified as a self-pay patient prior to scheduling your visit to secure the best possible rate and avoid unnecessary administrative fees.