MRI, knee or other leg joint
Facility: Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center
Billing Code: 73721 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 73721
- Insurance Median: $1,135
- Cash Discount Price: $2,660
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 4.66x 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 $243.77 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 466% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 366%). 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 | $131 | 54% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $610 - $1,135 | 250% |
| Tricare | $1,093 | 448% |
| Medadv_Allwell | $1,135 | 466% |
| Medicare (plans) | $1,135 | 466% |
| Va_Ccn | $1,135 | 466% |
| Aetna | $1,135 | 466% |
| Medadv_Uhc | $1,135 | 466% |
| Humana | $1,135 | 466% |
| Ambetter / Centene | $1,787 | 733% |
| Wppa_Providrscare | $2,944 | 1208% |
| United | $2,951 | 1211% |
| Coventry | $3,369 | 1382% |
| Cigna | $3,369 | 1382% |
| Hpk | $3,369 | 1382% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For an MRI of the knee or other leg joint at Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center in Chanute, KS, the cash price is $2,660, which is lower than the facility's negotiated rates with most major insurers. While the facility is a Critical Access Hospital owned by the local government, patients with high-deductible plans may find paying cash directly more cost-effective than relying on insurance, as many commercial payers have negotiated rates exceeding the cash price. It is important to note that while the facility offers a cash rate, patients should always ask about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts before scheduling, as these upfront incentives can further reduce the final amount owed.
The data indicates that this facility's pricing structure differs significantly from the state average, with a Medicare benchmark of $243.77 serving as the baseline for fair pricing. Although the facility's negotiated rates range from $131 for Medicaid/KanCare up to $3,369 for certain plans, the cash price remains a competitive option compared to the higher commercial charges. To avoid unexpected costs, consumers should request an itemized bill to verify that no services were unbundled or double-charged, and they should be aware that balance billing is generally prohibited for emergency care at in-network facilities under federal law.