Blood test, glucose (blood sugar)
Facility: Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital
Billing Code: 82947 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82947
- Insurance Median: $34
- Cash Discount Price: $17
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 8.65x 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 $3.93 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 865% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 765%). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Centura Employee Plan | $5 | 127% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $12 | 305% |
| Humana | $13 | 331% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $13 - $35 | 331% |
| Medicare (plans) | $13 | 331% |
| Kansas Health | $13 | 331% |
| Aetna | $13 - $34 | 331% |
| Multiplan | $38 - $39 | 967% |
| Health Partners Of Kansas | $39 | 992% |
| Wppa | $40 | 1018% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the blood glucose test (CPT 82947) at Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital in Ulysses, Kansas, the facility's cash median price is $17.00, which is significantly lower than the state average of $34.00. While the hospital's negotiated rates with insurance payers range from $5.00 to $40.00, patients should be aware that cash payments can sometimes be more cost-effective than insurance claims, particularly for those with high-deductible plans where the insurer's allowed amount might exceed the cash price. To ensure you receive the best possible rate, it is recommended to contact the hospital directly to inquire about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can further reduce the final bill.
When reviewing your statement, always request a full itemized bill rather than accepting a summary invoice, as hospitals often use broad categories to obscure individual charges. Comparing this service to the Medicare benchmark of $3.93 reveals that the facility's cash rate is approximately 430% higher than the federal baseline, which is consistent with the typical commercial markup range of 200% to 300% seen across the industry. If you encounter unexpected charges, do not rely on verbal disputes; instead, send a formal written audit dispute to the billing supervisor to address errors, unbundled codes, or services not rendered.