X-ray, ankle
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc
Billing Code: 73610 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 73610
- Insurance Median: $82
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.92x 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 $88.91 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna | $25 - $86 | 28% |
| Coventry City Of Wichita | $59 | 66% |
| Vc Hope | $81 | 91% |
| Va | $81 | 91% |
| Medicare (plans) | $81 - $83 | 91% |
| Humana | $81 | 91% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $83 - $228 | 93% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $83 | 93% |
| Smarthealth | $114 | 128% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $138 | 155% |
| Cigna | $168 | 189% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the X-ray, ankle procedure (CPT 73610) at Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc in Wichita, KS, the facility's negotiated rates range from $25 to $228 depending on your specific insurance plan. While Medicare sets a benchmark of $88.91, many commercial payers negotiate rates that vary significantly; for instance, UnitedHealthcare plans may see rates up to $228, whereas Aetna plans average between $25 and $86. It is important to note that cash-pay options are not listed for this service, meaning patients without insurance coverage should directly contact the hospital to inquire about self-pay or prompt-pay discounts, which can often reduce the final cost by 20% to 50% if settled upfront.
When comparing pricing, the facility's lowest negotiated rate of $25 is notably lower than the state average for this procedure, while the highest rate of $228 exceeds the state average. Because commercial negotiated rates often include administrative overhead and do not reflect the true cost of care, it is advisable to compare these figures against the Medicare benchmark of $88.91 to understand the markup. If you have a high-deductible plan, you might find that paying the cash price (if available) or utilizing a prompt-pay discount is more cost-effective than your insurance negotiating rate, which can sometimes exceed the cash price due to multi-layered billing structures. Always verify your specific plan's allowed amount before scheduling to avoid unexpected balance billing, especially if you are receiving care from out-of-network providers.