Blood test, vitamin D
Facility: Greeley County Health Services
Billing Code: 82306 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82306
- Insurance Median: $25
- Cash Discount Price: $327
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.84x 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna | $25 | 84% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $25 | 84% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 82306 (Blood test, vitamin D) at Greeley County Health Services in Tribune, KS, the cash median price is $327.00, which is lower than the gross charge of $467.00. While the facility is a Critical Access Hospital owned by the local government, the data does not provide specific county or state average prices for this service to compare against. Patients with high-deductible plans may find paying the cash median rate of $327.00 more affordable than using insurance, as commercial negotiated rates can sometimes exceed the cash price due to administrative costs and contract structures. It is advisable to contact the hospital directly to confirm if "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts are available before scheduling, as these upfront incentives can further reduce the final amount owed.
Regarding billing protections, the No Surprises Act generally prevents balance billing for out-of-network services at in-network facilities, though patients should verify that all ancillary services, such as specific lab components, are covered under the facility's network agreements. If a patient receives an itemized bill, they should request a full line-by-line audit to identify any errors, unbundled codes, or services not rendered, as over 80% of hospital bills contain inaccuracies. Additionally, while the Medicare amount for this service is $29.60, commercial rates are often significantly higher than this federal benchmark; however, without specific state or county average data in this report, the most reliable comparison point remains the facility's own cash median versus the gross chargemaster. Consumers are encouraged to dispute any unexpected charges in writing and avoid signing waivers that may waive their rights to surprise