Blood test, glucose (blood sugar)
Facility: Greeley County Health Services
Billing Code: 82947 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82947
- Insurance Median: $4
- Cash Discount Price: $23
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.02x 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 $3.93 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 | $4 | 102% |
| Medicaid / KanCare | $4 | 102% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For this blood glucose test at Greeley County Health Services, the cash price of $23.00 is notably lower than the facility's negotiated rate of $4.00, which reflects the administrative costs and contract structures associated with insurance billing. While the facility is a Critical Access Hospital in Tribune, KS, and is owned by the local government, the data indicates that the cash price is the most direct comparison point for patients without insurance. It is important to note that while cash-pay can sometimes be cheaper for those with high-deductible plans, the negotiated rate of $4.00 represents the ceiling for in-network coverage; however, since the cash price is already lower, patients with insurance may still face balance billing if the provider bills the difference between the chargemaster and the insurance allowed amount, though the No Surprises Act protects against this for emergency and non-emergency services at in-network facilities.
To ensure you are not overcharged, we recommend requesting a full itemized bill before finalizing payment, as summary bills often obscure individual code costs and potential errors. If you choose to pay out-of-pocket, ask specifically about "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts, which can reduce the $23.00 cash price further by bypassing the administrative overhead of insurance claims processing. Always verify your deductible status before scheduling, as paying the full negotiated rate without meeting your deductible could result in unexpected costs, whereas paying the cash price upfront may offer immediate savings and avoid the risk of balance billing or collection fees.