Speech therapy (group session)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc
Billing Code: 92508 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 92508
- Insurance Median: $23
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.96x 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 $24.05 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Va | $22 | 91% |
| Vc Hope | $22 | 91% |
| Medicare (plans) | $22 - $23 | 91% |
| Humana | $22 | 91% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $23 - $62 | 96% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $23 | 96% |
| Smarthealth | $31 | 129% |
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $35 | 146% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $38 | 158% |
| Aetna | $40 - $72 | 166% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the speech therapy group session (CPT 92508) at Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc in Wichita, KS, the facility's negotiated rates range from $22 to $72 depending on the insurance plan. The median negotiated amount is $23, which is slightly lower than the Medicare benchmark of $24.05. While commercial payers like UnitedHealthcare and Aetna show a wider spread with maximums reaching $62 and $72 respectively, the overall data reflects a pricing structure that aligns closely with federal standards. Patients should be aware that commercial negotiated rates often include administrative overhead and may exceed the true cost of care represented by the Medicare rate, making it important to verify specific plan allowances before scheduling.
Because cash prices are not listed in this report, patients with high-deductible plans might find that paying out-of-pocket directly is more cost-effective than relying on insurance, especially if their plan's negotiated rate exceeds the facility's cash price. It is recommended to contact the hospital directly to inquire about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can significantly reduce the final bill. Additionally, if you receive a bill from an out-of-network provider at this facility, you may be protected under the No Surprises Act, which prevents balance billing for emergency and non-emergency services. Always request a full itemized bill to review specific CPT codes and avoid paying for services that were not rendered or that are incorrectly bundled.