CMS Price Transparency Data

Diagnostic mammogram (both breasts)

Facility: UNM Hospital

Billing Code: 77066 (CPT)

Factual Cost Summary (Answer Capsule)

CPT Billing Code: 77066
Insurance Median: $46
Cash Discount Price: $139
vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.29x Medicare

The contracted insurance negotiated median rate for a Diagnostic mammogram (both breasts) at UNM Hospital is $46. If you are paying out-of-pocket or uninsured, the self-pay cash discount rate is $139. Compared to the federal Medicare reimbursement reference rate of $156.98, this hospital’s rate is 0.29x the Medicare baseline. Located in 2211 Lomas Boulevard Ne, Albuquerque, NM.

Cash / Self-Pay

$139

Average discount available for prompt cash payment at this facility.

Insurance Median

$46

Median negotiated contract rate across all mapped commercial carriers.

Medicare Reference Rate

$156.98

Standard federal government reimbursement rate for this code.

Visual Cost Comparison vs. Medicare

Medicare Reference Baseline: $156.98 (100%)

Cash / Self-Pay: $139 (89%)

Insurance Median: $46 (29%)

Cash: $139 (89% of Medicare)

Ins. Median: $46 (29% of Medicare)

Understanding this gauge: We use the federal Medicare rate of $156.98 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
Humana	$41	26%
Aetna	$46	29%
Alamo Navajo School Board	$46	29%
Blue Cross Blue Shield	$46 - $159	29%
Indian Health Abq	$46	29%
Kewa Pueblo Health Corporation	$46	29%
Pueblo Of Isleta	$46	29%
Pueblo Of Jemez	$46	29%
Pueblo Of Sandia	$46	29%
UnitedHealthcare	$46	29%
Devoted Health	$55	35%
Christus	$69	44%
Albuquerque Public Schools	$92	59%
Presbyterian Network	$92	59%
Christus Health Exchange Plan	$103	66%
Imperial Health Exchange	$112	71%
Molina	$112	71%

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 $139.
Request and sign a "Waiver of Insurance Submission" to prevent automatic billing.
Verify CPT Code matches exactly: 77066.

Insurance In-Network Protection Plan

Contact your insurance company to confirm UNM Hospital is fully in-network.
Ask your insurer if "Prior Authorization" is required for CPT code 77066.
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.