CT scan, chest (no contrast)
Facility: Liberty Hospital
Billing Code: 71250 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 71250
- Insurance Median: $169
- Cash Discount Price: $628
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.58x 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 $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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | $53 - $1,760 | 50% |
| Aetna | $98 - $1,503 | 92% |
| Cigna | $98 | 92% |
| UnitedHealthcare | $98 - $169 | 92% |
| Medicare (plans) | $99 - $107 | 93% |
| Humana | $100 | 94% |
| Healthy Blue | $105 | 98% |
| Ambetter / Centene | $124 | 116% |
| Home State Health | $143 | 134% |
| Fox Everett | $1,335 | 1250% |
| Phcs | $1,669 | 1563% |
| Multiplan | $1,847 | 1729% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
Liberty Hospital, located at 2525 Glenn Hendren Dr in Liberty, Missouri, offers a CPT code 71250 for a CT scan of the chest without contrast. The facility's cash median rate is $628, which is significantly lower than the negotiated rates charged by major insurers. For instance, Blue Cross Blue Shield pays up to $1,760, while UnitedHealthcare pays up to $169, and Medicare (plans) pays $107. When comparing these rates to the Medicare benchmark of $106.81, the facility's cash price represents a markup of roughly 5.8 times the federal baseline. This price transparency data highlights that while the facility is a voluntary non-profit acute care hospital with a facility rating of 2, the cash rate remains the most affordable option for patients who do not have insurance coverage.
Patients should be aware that in-network insurance plans often result in higher out-of-pocket costs than paying cash directly. For example, Aetna's negotiated rate can reach $1,503, and Fox Everett's rate is $1,335, both far exceeding the cash price of $628. If a patient has a high-deductible plan, paying the cash rate upfront might be financially advantageous if their insurance allowed amount exceeds the cash price. Additionally, patients should inquire about prompt-pay discounts or self-pay rates at registration, as these can further reduce the bill. It is also important to request an itemized billing audit to ensure no errors exist, as over 80% of hospital bills contain discrepancies such as unbundled codes or services not rendered. Finally, under the No Surprises