Blood test, vitamin D
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc
Billing Code: 82306 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82306
- Insurance Median: $30
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.01x 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 $29.6 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 | $27 - $41 | 91% |
| Vc Hope | $30 | 101% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $30 - $83 | 101% |
| Va | $30 | 101% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $30 | 101% |
| Humana | $30 | 101% |
| Medicare (plans) | $30 | 101% |
| Cigna | $45 | 152% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $50 | 169% |
| Aetna | $93 - $104 | 314% |
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $120 | 405% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 82306, "Blood test, vitamin D," Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc in Wichita, KS, has a negotiated rate of $30.00 across multiple payers, including Medicare, which sets the benchmark at $29.60. This indicates that the facility's commercial rates are aligned with the federal government's cost-based reimbursement, avoiding the typical markups seen in other commercial contracts. While the data does not provide a specific cash or self-pay price for this service, patients with high-deductible plans should be aware that paying out-of-pocket might be more cost-effective if the insurance negotiated rate 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 the final bill by bypassing administrative fees associated with insurance claims.
The price transparency data shows that while most major payers like UnitedHealthcare and Aetna have negotiated ranges starting at $30.00, some plans such as Aetna have higher allowable amounts up to $104.00, suggesting variability in contract terms. Since the facility is a Part A provider and the rates are consistent with the Medicare benchmark, there is no indication of balance billing for in-network services under the No Surprises Act. However, patients should always request an itemized bill to verify that no unbundled codes or services not rendered have been charged. If a summary bill is received, it is crucial to demand a full CPT-coded statement to identify any errors before agreeing to payment, ensuring that the final amount reflects the true negotiated or cash rate rather than inflated summary totals.