CMS Price Transparency Data

Ultrasound, abdomen (limited)

Facility: McLaren Central Michigan

Billing Code: 76705 (CPT)

Factual Cost Summary (Answer Capsule)

CPT Billing Code: 76705
Insurance Median: $58
Cash Discount Price: $38
vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.54x Medicare

The contracted insurance negotiated median rate for a Ultrasound, abdomen (limited) at McLaren Central Michigan is $58. If you are paying out-of-pocket or uninsured, the self-pay cash discount rate is $38. Compared to the federal Medicare reimbursement reference rate of $106.81, this hospital’s rate is 0.54x the Medicare baseline. Located in 1221 South Drive, Mount Pleasant, MI.

Cash / Self-Pay

$38

Average discount available for prompt cash payment at this facility.

Insurance Median

$58

Median negotiated contract rate across all mapped commercial carriers.

Medicare Reference Rate

$106.81

Standard federal government reimbursement rate for this code.

Visual Cost Comparison vs. Medicare

Medicare Reference Baseline: $106.81 (100%)

Cash / Self-Pay: $38 (36%)

Insurance Median: $58 (54%)

Cash: $38 (36% of Medicare)

Ins. Median: $58 (54% of Medicare)

Understanding this gauge: We use the federal Medicare rate of $106.81 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.

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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
Medicaid / KanCare	$18 - $60	17%
Humana	$27 - $104	25%
Medicare (plans)	$27 - $166	25%
U Of M Health Plan	$31	29%
Mclaren Commercial Ins	$32 - $281	30%
Aetna	$34 - $604	32%
UnitedHealthcare	$34 - $604	32%
Priority Health	$40 - $407	37%
Blue Cross Blue Shield	$44 - $148	41%
Tricare	$94	88%
Mi Amish Medical Board	$104	97%
Cofinity Auto	$197	184%

Self-Pay Upfront Cash Action Plan

Request a "Self-Pay classification" with the billing desk before receiving care.
Ask for a written "Prompt-Pay Discount" agreement quoting the price of $38.
Request and sign a "Waiver of Insurance Submission" to prevent automatic billing.
Verify CPT Code matches exactly: 76705.

Insurance In-Network Protection Plan

Contact your insurance company to confirm McLaren Central Michigan is fully in-network.
Ask your insurer if "Prior Authorization" is required for CPT code 76705.
Confirm the specific physician or imaging center is also in-network (not just the hospital building).
Audit your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) against the final itemized hospital invoice.