Blood test, potassium
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc
Billing Code: 84132 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 84132
- Insurance Median: $5
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.05x 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 $4.76 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Smarthealth | $1 - $7 | 21% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $5 - $13 | 105% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $5 | 105% |
| Humana | $5 | 105% |
| Medicare (plans) | $5 | 105% |
| Va | $5 | 105% |
| Vc Hope | $5 | 105% |
| Cigna | $7 | 147% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $8 | 168% |
| Aetna | $15 - $16 | 315% |
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $19 | 399% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the blood test, potassium procedure (CPT 84132) at Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc in Wichita, KS, the facility's negotiated rates range from $4.76 to $5.00, which aligns closely with the state average. While commercial payers like UnitedHealthcare and Aetna have negotiated rates that fall within this range, patients should be aware that cash prices are often lower than these negotiated amounts. If you have a high-deductible plan, paying cash upfront might result in a lower out-of-pocket cost compared to your insurance paying the negotiated rate, especially if your deductible has not yet been met. It is important to verify your specific plan's allowed amount before scheduling, as in-network rates can vary significantly between facilities.
To minimize potential costs, we recommend asking the hospital directly about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can reduce the final bill by 20% to 50% if paid in full before or shortly after the service. Additionally, since Medicare rates for this procedure are $4.76, any commercial negotiated rate above this figure represents a markup; fair pricing is typically defined as 120% to 150% of the Medicare rate. If you receive a bill that seems unusually high, request a full itemized statement to review every code and ensure no services were double-billed or unbundled, as over 80% of hospital bills contain errors. Always dispute any balance billing or unexpected charges in writing to protect your rights under federal laws like the No Surprises Act.