Blood test, amylase
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc
Billing Code: 82150 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82150
- Insurance Median: $7
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.08x 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 $6.48 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Medicare (plans) | $6 - $7 | 93% |
| Humana | $6 | 93% |
| Smarthealth | $6 - $9 | 93% |
| Va | $6 | 93% |
| Vc Hope | $6 | 93% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $7 - $18 | 108% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $7 | 108% |
| Cigna | $10 | 154% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $11 | 170% |
| Aetna | $20 - $23 | 309% |
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $26 | 401% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the blood test code 82150 (Amylase) at Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc in Wichita, KS, the facility's negotiated rates with insurance payers range from $6.48 to $23.00, with a median negotiated amount of $7.00. This facility is a Part A provider, and while specific cash or median paid values are not listed in the current data, patients should be aware that cash-pay options can sometimes be more cost-effective than insurance negotiated rates, particularly for those with high-deductible plans where the insurer's allowed amount exceeds the cash price. It is advisable to contact the hospital directly to inquire about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs before scheduling any services.
When evaluating the cost of this service, it is important to compare rates against the Medicare benchmark rather than the hospital's full chargemaster list, as the latter often inflates the perceived savings. The Medicare amount for this code is $6.48, which serves as a reliable baseline for understanding the true cost of care. While the data does not provide specific state or county average comparisons for this particular code, understanding that commercial negotiated rates often include administrative overhead and contract dynamics can help patients recognize why their insurance allowed amounts may differ from the facility's base rate. Patients should also be cautious of balance billing if they receive out-of-network services, though the No Surprises Act protects against such unexpected charges for emergency care and non-emergency services at in-network facilities.