CT scan, head (no contrast)
Facility: Republic County Hospital
Billing Code: 70450 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 70450
- Insurance Median: $1,104
- Cash Discount Price: $900
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 10.34x 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 1034% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 934%). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rural Carriers-All Plans | $1,020 | 955% |
| Meritain-All Plans | $1,080 | 1011% |
| Aetna | $1,080 | 1011% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $1,104 | 1034% |
| Cigna | $1,140 | 1067% |
| Midlands Choice-All Plans | $1,140 | 1067% |
| First Health-All Plans | $1,140 | 1067% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For a CT scan of the head without contrast at Republic County Hospital in Belleville, KS, the facility's negotiated rates range from $1,020 to $1,140 depending on your specific insurance plan. While the facility's cash price is $900, which is lower than the median negotiated amount of $1,080, patients with high-deductible plans should consider that paying cash upfront could save money if their insurance allowed amount exceeds the cash rate. It is important to note that this facility is a Critical Access Hospital with a voluntary non-profit ownership structure, and the data reflects a vintage of June 2026.
To ensure you are not overcharged, always request an itemized bill before paying, as summary bills can obscure individual charges and potential errors. If you receive a balance bill for out-of-network services, remember that the No Surprises Act protects you from paying the difference between the provider's full charge and your insurance allowed amount for emergency care and non-emergency services at in-network facilities. Additionally, ask the hospital directly about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can reduce your bill by 20% to 50% if you settle the account in full within a short window, bypassing the administrative costs associated with insurance claims processing.