C-section delivery (full package)
Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc
Billing Code: 59510 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 59510
- Insurance Median: $2,002
- Cash Discount Price: Unavailable
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 0.81x 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 $2,473.27 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 |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | $1,925 | 78% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $2,002 - $2,021 | 81% |
| Aetna | $2,002 | 81% |
| Providrs Care | $3,138 | 127% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For a C-section delivery (full package) at Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc, the facility's negotiated rates range from $1,925 to $3,138 depending on the payer. The median negotiated rate across all payers is $2,002, which is significantly lower than the state of Kansas average of $3,138. This facility is a voluntary non-profit acute care hospital located in Manhattan, KS, and its pricing reflects the specific contracts with four major payers, including UnitedHealthcare, Medicaid/KanCare, Aetna, and Providrs Care. While the facility maintains a high rating of 4, patients should be aware that commercial negotiated rates often include administrative overhead and do not represent the lowest possible cost for the service.
To potentially lower out-of-pocket expenses, patients with high-deductible plans should consider paying cash directly, as cash prices can sometimes be cheaper than the insurance negotiated rate if the deductible has not yet been met. Although the data does not list a specific cash median, facilities frequently offer prompt-pay discounts of 20% to 50% for upfront payments, which bypass costly insurance billing cycles and administrative fees. Before scheduling, it is crucial to request a self-pay classification and a waiver of insurance submission to ensure the hospital applies these cash incentives rather than submitting a claim that would result in higher out-of-pocket costs. Additionally, since the No Surprises Act protects patients from balance billing for emergency care and non-emergency services at in-network facilities, patients can confidently dispute any unexpected bills that exceed the negotiated or cash rates.