X-ray, chest (single view)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Inc
Billing Code: 71045 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 71045
- 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 | $26 - $55 | 29% |
| Va | $81 | 91% |
| Humana | $81 | 91% |
| Medicare (plans) | $81 - $83 | 91% |
| Vc Hope | $81 | 91% |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $83 | 93% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $83 - $228 | 93% |
| Smarthealth | $114 | 128% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $138 | 155% |
| Cigna | $168 | 189% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the CPT code 71045, representing a chest X-ray, the facility's negotiated rates range from $26 to $228 depending on the insurance carrier, with a median negotiated amount of $82.00. This facility is located in Wichita, Kansas, and serves as a Part A provider. While commercial payers like UnitedHealthcare and UnitedHealthcare have negotiated rates as high as $228, Medicare plans show a consistent allowed amount of $81 to $83. The facility's negotiated rate of $82.00 is slightly higher than the Medicare benchmark of $88.91, which serves as the objective baseline for true cost. Patients should note that while commercial insurance contracts often result in higher allowed amounts due to administrative overhead, the Medicare rate provides a scientifically validated cost basis that reveals the underlying value of the service.
For patients without insurance or with high-deductible plans, the cash price is not listed in the current data, but it is important to understand that paying out-of-pocket can sometimes be more cost-effective than using insurance if the negotiated rate exceeds the cash price. Hospitals frequently offer prompt-pay discounts for self-pay patients, which can reduce the total cost by 20% to 50% if paid in full upfront. Additionally, patients should request an itemized bill to ensure no errors, double-billing, or unbundled charges are present, as over 80% of hospital bills contain mistakes that can be corrected through a formal audit dispute. Always verify the specific self-pay or prompt-pay rates directly with the hospital before scheduling to avoid unexpected costs.