Blood test, glucose (blood sugar)
Facility: Rehabilitation Hospital Of Overland Park
Billing Code: 82947 (CPT)
- CPT Billing Code: 82947
- Insurance Median: $302
- Cash Discount Price: $402
- vs. Medicare Baseline: 76.84x 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.
Elevated Commercial Rate Alert (Value-Gap)
The negotiated rate at this facility is 7684% of the Medicare baseline (a markup of 7584%). Patients with high-deductible plans or out-of-network benefits may face excessive out-of-pocket costs.
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 | $241 | 6132% |
| Americas Choice Provider Network | $282 | 7176% |
| Velocity | $302 | 7684% |
| Usa Managed Care Organization | $302 | 7684% |
| Provider Network Of America | $302 | 7684% |
| Quiktrip Corporation | $302 | 7684% |
| Multiplan-Phcs | $322 | 8193% |
| Prime Health Services | $342 | 8702% |
| Medincrease | $362 | 9211% |
Consumer Guidance & Cost Commentary
For the blood glucose test (CPT 82947) at the Rehabilitation Hospital Of Overland Park, the cash price is $402.00, which matches the facility's median cash rate. This amount is significantly higher than the state of Kansas average, which is $3.93, and also exceeds the median negotiated rate of $302.00 paid by insurance carriers. While commercial payers like Blue Cross Blue Shield and Americas Choice Provider Network have negotiated rates of $241 and $282 respectively, these figures are often higher than the cash price for patients with high-deductible plans. In such cases, paying the cash price directly can be more cost-effective than relying on insurance, as the insurer's allowed amount may still exceed the out-of-pocket cost for the patient.
Patients should verify if the facility offers "self-pay" or "prompt-pay" discounts before scheduling, as these upfront payment incentives can reduce the final bill. It is important to note that while the No Surprises Act protects patients from balance billing for out-of-network services at in-network facilities, unexpected ancillary charges could still occur if specific lab components are billed separately. To ensure accuracy, consumers should request a full itemized CPT-coded bill rather than accepting a summary invoice, as hospitals may bundle charges or include services not rendered. Always check your specific plan's deductible status and network tiering, as assuming an in-network rate is the lowest possible price can lead to unexpected costs if the facility's contract terms differ from your expectations.