CT scan, chest (no contrast)
Facility: Lindsborg Community Hospital
Billing Code: 71250 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 71250
- Insurance Median: $2,473
- Cash Discount Price: $1,892
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 23.15x 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 $106.81 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 2315% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 2215%). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $453 | 424% |
| Tricare | $1,270 | 1189% |
| Coventry Mcr Adv | $1,283 | 1201% |
| Cigna | $2,297 | 2151% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $2,432 | 2277% |
| Coventry Comm-All Other Plans | $2,432 | 2277% |
| Multiplan-All Plans | $2,513 | 2353% |
| Phcs Preferred-All Plans | $2,513 | 2353% |
| Wppa-All Plans | $2,567 | 2403% |
| Coventry Wc | $2,567 | 2403% |
| Health Partners -All Plans | $2,567 | 2403% |
| Century Health-All Plans | $2,567 | 2403% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For a CT scan of the chest without contrast at Lindsborg Community Hospital, the billed amount is $2,703, but the actual cost to patients varies significantly based on payment method. The facility's cash price is $1,892, which is notably lower than the average negotiated rates paid by insurance plans ranging from $453 to $2,567. While the median negotiated rate across payers is $2,473, patients with high-deductible plans may find the cash price more advantageous if their insurance allowed amount exceeds $1,892. It is important to note that this facility is a Critical Access Hospital in Kansas, and while the data does not provide a specific county average for comparison, the cash rate represents a substantial discount compared to the commercial rates charged to insured members.
Patients should be aware that insurance companies often pay significantly less than the full billed amount, with the median allowed amount being $2,513. If you are self-paying, you can often reduce this cost further by requesting a "prompt-pay" discount, which is a fee reduction offered for upfront payment. Additionally, if you have insurance, you should verify your specific plan's deductible status before scheduling, as you may be responsible for the full negotiated rate until that threshold is met. To ensure you are not overcharged, always ask the hospital directly about self-pay or prompt-pay rates prior to your visit, as these discounts are frequently not applied automatically once an insurance claim is submitted.