Boone County Hospital
Boone County Hospital in Boone, IA publishes cash prices for 340 common procedures listed here, from its own machine-readable price file updated Jul 27, 2026. Compared with other hospitals in the state, its outpatient cash prices are below the Iowa median for 231 of 340 procedures and above it for 108. By typical cash price it ranks #8 of 78 Iowa hospitals, cheapest first. Click a procedure to compare it with other hospitals nearby.
1015 Union St Boone IA 50036 Collected Sep 27, 2026 Source price file (515) 432-3140
Critical access hospital (rural, 25 beds or fewer) Emergency department CCN 161372 · CMS hospital register
CMS price transparency record
The federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) enforces the rule that makes hospitals publish their prices. Its public enforcement list shows 4 actions for a hospital named Boone County Hospital in Boone, IA:
- Apr 27, 2023 Warning notice
- Aug 9, 2023 Case closed
- Mar 21, 2024 Warning notice
- Jun 28, 2024 Case closed
Warning notice: CMS reviewed the hospital and told it that it had found possible violations of the price transparency rules. Case closed: CMS closed the case after the hospital addressed the problems.
A notice records a step in a CMS review; it is not a court finding. Source: CMS, Hospital Price Transparency Enforcement Activities and Outcomes, actions through Jul 31, 2026.
Scans and imaging
| Procedure | Cash price | List price | Insurers pay | vs Iowa | Off list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ankle-brachial index (ABI), blood pressure test for leg arteries CPT 93922 Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries | $720.60 | $900.75 | $135.93–$855.71 | 131% above | 20% |
| Barium swallow (esophagus X-ray with contrast) CPT 74220 Single contrast X-ray of esophagus | $483.99 | $604.99 | $58.12–$574.74 | 34% above | 20% |
| Bone scan, whole body (nuclear medicine) CPT 78306 Nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body | $1,399.13 | $1,748.91 | $408.43–$1,661.46 | 16% above | 20% |
| Breast ultrasound, complete, one breast CPT 76641 Complete ultrasound scan of 1 breast | $121.60 | $152.00 | $62.32–$205.78 | 66% below | 20% |
| CT angiography of the chest (CTA), for blood clots in the lungs CPT 71275 CT scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast | $2,108.56 | $2,635.70 | $179.20–$2,503.92 | 1% below | 20% |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, with contrast dye CPT 74177 CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast | $2,623.85 | $3,279.81 | $356.43–$3,115.82 | 18% below | 20% |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without and then with contrast dye CPT 74178 CT scan of abdomen and pelvis before and after contrast | $3,310.60 | $4,138.25 | $356.43–$3,931.34 | 5% below | 20% |
| CT scan of the abdomen with contrast CPT 74160 CT scan of abdomen with contrast | $1,791.94 | $2,239.93 | $179.20–$2,127.93 | 8% above | 20% |
| CT scan of the abdomen without contrast CPT 74150 CT scan of abdomen without contrast | $1,442.22 | $1,802.78 | $106.81–$1,712.64 | 9% above | 20% |
| CT scan of the face and sinuses, no contrast dye CPT 70486 CT scan of face without contrast | $1,414.78 | $1,768.48 | $106.81–$1,680.06 | 10% above | 20% |
| CT scan of the head with contrast CPT 70460 CT scan head or brain with contrast | $1,679.22 | $2,099.03 | $179.20–$1,994.08 | 11% above | 20% |
| CT scan of the head without and with contrast CPT 70470 CT scan of head or brain before and after contrast | $1,860.66 | $2,325.83 | $179.20–$2,209.54 | 3% above | 20% |
| CT scan of the lower back (lumbar spine) without contrast CPT 72131 CT scan of lower spine without contrast | $1,817.58 | $2,271.97 | $106.81–$2,158.37 | 20% above | 20% |
| CT scan of the neck (cervical spine), no contrast dye CPT 72125 CT scan of upper spine without contrast | $1,713.70 | $2,142.13 | $106.81–$2,035.02 | 14% above | 20% |
| CT scan of the pelvis, with contrast dye CPT 72193 CT scan of pelvis with contrast | $1,663.58 | $2,079.48 | $179.20–$1,975.51 | 4% below | 20% |
| Carotid artery ultrasound (duplex), both sides of the neck CPT 93880 Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | $1,228.58 | $1,535.72 | $187.41–$1,458.93 | 40% above | 20% |
| Chest X-ray, single view CPT 71045 X-ray of chest, 1 view | $32.00 | $40.00 | $16.40–$88.91 | 81% below | 20% |
| Complete ultrasound of the back of the abdomen, such as both kidneys CPT 76770 Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity | $1,101.60 | $1,377.00 | $106.81–$1,308.15 | 81% above | 20% |
| DEXA bone density scan of the hip, pelvis or spine CPT 77080 DXA bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine | $461.54 | $576.93 | $106.81–$548.08 | 18% above | 20% |
| DEXA bone density scan of the wrist, heel or finger (peripheral) CPT 77081 DXA bone density measurement of forearm, finger, hand, or foot | $461.54 | $576.93 | $88.91–$548.08 | 85% above | 20% |
| Diagnostic CT scan of the chest, no contrast dye CPT 71250 CT scan of chest without contrast | $1,446.08 | $1,807.60 | $106.81–$1,717.22 | 5% above | 20% |
| Diagnostic mammogram, both breasts CPT 77066 Diagnostic mammography of both breasts | $452.00 | $565.00 | $145.04–$536.75 | 33% above | 20% |
| Duplex ultrasound of the leg arteries, both legs CPT 93925 Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts | $1,327.69 | $1,659.61 | $243.77–$1,576.63 | 82% above | 20% |
| Duplex ultrasound of the leg veins, both legs CPT 93970 Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | $1,283.46 | $1,604.33 | $243.77–$1,524.11 | 44% above | 20% |
| Echocardiogram through the chest wall, complete, with Doppler CPT 93306 Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | $1,840.94 | $2,301.17 | $406.82–$2,186.11 | 21% above | 20% |
| HIDA scan: nuclear imaging of the liver, bile ducts and gallbladder CPT 78226 Nuclear medicine study of liver and bile duct system | $1,053.26 | $1,316.57 | $408.43–$1,250.74 | 9% below | 20% |
| In-lab sleep study with CPAP or bilevel titration, age 6 and older CPT 95811 Sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure (6 years or older) | $2,875.60 | $3,594.50 | $877.34–$3,414.78 | 9% below | 20% |
| Limited abdominal ultrasound of one organ or area, such as the gallbladder CPT 76705 Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen | $698.54 | $873.18 | $106.81–$829.52 | 42% above | 20% |
| Low-dose CT of the chest for lung cancer screening, no contrast dye CPT 71271 Low dose CT scan of chest for lung cancer screening | $1,446.08 | $1,807.60 | $106.81–$1,717.22 | 239% above | 20% |
| MRI of both breasts, without and then with contrast dye CPT 77049 MRI scan of both breasts | $3,239.16 | $4,048.95 | $314.41–$3,846.50 | 92% above | 20% |
| MRI of knee or other lower-limb joint, without and then with contrast dye CPT 73723 MRI scan of leg joint before and after contrast | $3,195.16 | $3,993.95 | $356.43–$3,794.25 | 2% above | 20% |
| MRI of the abdomen without contrast CPT 74181 MRI scan of abdomen without contrast | $2,240.78 | $2,800.98 | $243.77–$2,660.93 | 9% above | 20% |
| MRI of the abdomen, without and then with contrast dye CPT 74183 MRI scan of abdomen before and after contrast | $3,656.47 | $4,570.59 | $356.43–$4,342.06 | 9% above | 20% |
| MRI of the lower back, no contrast dye CPT 72148 MRI scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | $2,484.82 | $3,106.03 | $243.77–$2,950.73 | 4% above | 20% |
| MRI of the lower back, without and then with contrast dye CPT 72158 MRI scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast | $3,615.42 | $4,519.27 | $356.43–$4,293.31 | 5% above | 20% |
| MRI of the mid back (thoracic spine), no contrast dye CPT 72146 MRI scan of middle spinal canal without contrast | $2,359.40 | $2,949.25 | $243.77–$2,801.79 | 1% above | 20% |
| MRI of the neck (cervical spine) without and with contrast CPT 72156 MRI scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast | $3,617.23 | $4,521.54 | $356.43–$4,295.46 | 7% above | 20% |
| MRI of the neck (cervical spine), no contrast dye CPT 72141 MRI scan of upper spinal canal without contrast | $2,385.71 | $2,982.14 | $243.77–$2,833.03 | 5% above | 20% |
| MRI of the pelvis without and with contrast CPT 72197 MRI scan of pelvis before and after contrast | $3,398.83 | $4,248.54 | $356.43–$4,036.11 | 6% above | 20% |
| MRI of the pelvis, no contrast dye CPT 72195 MRI scan of pelvis without contrast | $2,240.78 | $2,800.98 | $243.77–$2,660.93 | 9% above | 20% |
| MRI of the shoulder, elbow or wrist joint, no contrast dye CPT 73221 MRI scan of arm joint without contrast | $4,481.57 | $5,601.96 | $243.77–$5,321.86 | 101% above | 20% |
| Nuclear stress test imaging (SPECT), rest and stress studies CPT 78452 Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and SPECT | $2,226.05 | $2,782.56 | $1,140.85–$2,643.43 | 21% below | 20% |
| Pelvic ultrasound (not pregnancy), limited or follow-up CPT 76857 Limited ultrasound scan of pelvis | $398.72 | $498.40 | $106.81–$473.48 | 13% above | 20% |
| Pelvic ultrasound through the belly, complete (not pregnancy) CPT 76856 Complete ultrasound scan of pelvis | $554.52 | $693.15 | $106.81–$658.49 | 5% above | 20% |
| Pregnancy ultrasound after 14 weeks, one baby CPT 76805 Ultrasound scan of pregnant uterus (14 weeks or more), single or first fetus | $664.00 | $830.00 | $106.81–$788.50 | 21% above | 20% |
| Pregnancy ultrasound before 14 weeks, through the belly, one baby CPT 76801 Ultrasound scan of pregnant uterus (less than 14 weeks), single or first fetus | $432.05 | $540.06 | $106.81–$513.06 | 3% below | 20% |
| Pregnancy ultrasound, limited (heartbeat, position, fluid) CPT 76815 Limited ultrasound of pregnant uterus | $65.60 | $82.00 | $33.62–$182.12 | 80% below | 20% |
| Screening mammogram, both breasts CPT 77067 Screening mammography | $346.40 | $433.00 | $116.76–$411.35 | 13% above | 20% |
| Shoulder X-ray, complete, 2 or more views CPT 73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | $562.46 | $703.08 | $58.12–$667.93 | 140% above | 20% |
| Sleep study in a lab (polysomnography) CPT 95810 Sleep study in sleep lab (6 years or older) | $2,875.60 | $3,594.50 | $850.00–$3,414.78 | at median | 20% |
| Stress echocardiogram, complete, including the stress test and supervision CPT 93351 Ultrasound of heart with continuous electrocardiogram (ECG) during rest, exercise and/or drug induced stress with review and report | $1,984.79 | $2,480.99 | $406.82–$2,356.94 | 36% above | 20% |
| Swallow study (modified barium swallow, video X-ray) CPT 74230 Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function | $746.62 | $933.28 | $174.35–$886.62 | 86% above | 20% |
| Transvaginal pelvic ultrasound CPT 76830 Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina | $453.60 | $567.00 | $106.81–$538.65 | 13% below | 20% |
| Transvaginal ultrasound during pregnancy CPT 76817 Vaginal ultrasound of pregnant uterus | $503.50 | $629.37 | $106.81–$597.90 | 11% above | 20% |
| Ultrasound of the abdomen, complete CPT 76700 Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen | $849.36 | $1,061.70 | $106.81–$1,008.62 | 23% above | 20% |
| Ultrasound of the scrotum and testicles CPT 76870 Ultrasound scan of scrotum | $653.41 | $816.76 | $106.81–$775.92 | 20% above | 20% |
| Ultrasound of the soft tissues of the head and neck, such as the thyroid CPT 76536 Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue | $806.28 | $1,007.85 | $106.81–$957.46 | 75% above | 20% |
| Vein ultrasound (duplex) of one arm or leg, or a limited study CPT 93971 Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | $641.73 | $802.16 | $106.81–$762.05 | 1% below | 20% |
| Wrist X-ray, complete, 3 or more views CPT 73110 X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | $41.60 | $52.00 | $21.32–$363.05 | 81% below | 20% |
| X-ray of the abdomen, 1 view CPT 74018 X-ray of abdomen, 1 view | $24.00 | $30.00 | $12.30–$88.91 | 86% below | 20% |
| X-ray of the ankle, 2 views CPT 73600 X-ray of ankle, 2 views | $335.22 | $419.02 | $58.12–$398.07 | 93% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the foot, complete, 3 or more views CPT 73630 X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | $538.88 | $673.60 | $58.12–$639.92 | 145% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the hand, 3 or more views CPT 73130 X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | $444.98 | $556.22 | $58.12–$528.41 | 117% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the lower back (lumbar spine), 2 or 3 views CPT 72100 X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | $305.73 | $382.16 | $21.32–$363.05 | 7% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the lower back, 4 or more views CPT 72110 X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | $483.99 | $604.99 | $58.12–$574.74 | 38% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the mid back (thoracic spine), 2 views CPT 72070 X-ray of middle spine, 2 views | $288.04 | $360.05 | $58.12–$342.05 | 14% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the nasal bones, 3 or more views CPT 70160 X-ray of nose bones, minimum of 3 views | $302.78 | $378.48 | $58.12–$359.56 | 53% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the neck (cervical spine), 2 or 3 views CPT 72040 X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | $282.14 | $352.67 | $21.32–$335.04 | 13% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the pelvis, 1 or 2 views CPT 72170 X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views | $200.95 | $251.19 | $18.86–$238.63 | 2% above | 20% |
| X-ray of the tailbone (sacrum and coccyx), 2 or more views CPT 72220 X-ray of sacrum and tailbone, minimum of 2 views | $246.98 | $308.73 | $58.12–$293.29 | 12% above | 20% |
Lab tests
| Procedure | Cash price | List price | Insurers pay | vs Iowa | Off list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALT (alanine aminotransferase) liver enzyme test CPT 84460 Liver enzyme (SGPT), level | $7.20 | $9.00 | $0.48–$38.00 | 83% below | 20% |
| AST (aspartate aminotransferase) enzyme test CPT 84450 Liver enzyme (SGOT), level | $32.00 | $40.00 | $2.07–$38.00 | 18% below | 20% |
| Acute hepatitis panel (hepatitis A, B and C) CPT 80074 Acute hepatitis panel | $229.30 | $286.62 | $29.11–$272.29 | at median | 20% |
| Allergy blood test, specific IgE, per allergen CPT 86003 Measurement of antibody (IgE) to allergic substance, crude allergen extract, each | $6.40 | $8.00 | $0.42–$49.47 | 84% below | 20% |
| Anti-CCP antibody test (rheumatoid arthritis) CPT 86200 Measurement of antibody for rheumatoid arthritis assessment | $134.26 | $167.83 | $12.95–$159.44 | 93% above | 20% |
| Antinuclear antibody (ANA) blood test, screen CPT 86038 Screening test for autoimmune disorder | $51.94 | $64.92 | $7.85–$61.67 | 29% below | 20% |
| BNP or NT-proBNP blood test (heart failure marker) CPT 83880 Natriuretic peptide (heart and blood vessel protein) level | $46.40 | $58.00 | $22.77–$156.21 | 70% below | 20% |
| Basic metabolic panel (blood test) CPT 80048 Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (Calcium, total) | $141.98 | $177.48 | $1.18–$168.61 | 71% above | 20% |
| Blood culture for bacteria CPT 87040 Bacterial blood culture | $77.34 | $96.67 | $1.75–$91.84 | 11% below | 20% |
| Blood draw from a vein (venipuncture), collection fee only CPT 36415 Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | $12.70 | $15.88 | $1.48–$15.09 | 36% below | 20% |
| Blood glucose (sugar) test CPT 82947 Blood glucose (sugar) level | $4.80 | $6.00 | $0.24–$37.17 | 86% below | 20% |
| Blood lead test CPT 83655 Lead level | $16.00 | $20.00 | $2.42–$88.34 | 70% below | 20% |
| Blood pregnancy test (hCG, qualitative: yes or no) CPT 84703 Gonadotropin (reproductive hormone) analysis | $9.60 | $12.00 | $0.90–$48.74 | 84% below | 20% |
| Blood type test, ABO group only (Rh factor is a separate test) CPT 86900 Blood group typing (ABO) | $46.95 | $58.69 | $0.13–$135.93 | 18% below | 20% |
| C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test, standard (not high-sensitivity) CPT 86140 Measurement C-reactive protein for detection of infection or inflammation | $43.10 | $53.87 | $2.79–$51.18 | 25% below | 20% |
| C. difficile toxin gene test (stool PCR) CPT 87493 Detection test by nucleic acid for clostridium difficile, amplified probe technique | $48.00 | $60.00 | $22.36–$174.52 | 56% below | 20% |
| CA 19-9 blood test (tumor marker) CPT 86301 Immunologic analysis for detection of tumor antigen, quantitative; CA 19-9 | $28.00 | $35.00 | $7.28–$119.84 | 71% below | 20% |
| CA-125 blood test (ovarian cancer marker) CPT 86304 Immunologic analysis for detection of tumor antigen, quantitative; CA 125 | $100.92 | $126.15 | $7.28–$119.84 | 12% below | 20% |
| COVID-19 PCR test (SARS-CoV-2 lab test) CPT 87635 Amplifed DNA or RNA probe detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (Covid-19) antigen | $120.00 | $150.00 | $51.31–$142.50 | 5% above | 20% |
| Chlamydia test by nucleic acid amplification (NAAT, PCR-type) CPT 87491 Detection test by nucleic acid for chlamydia trachomatis, amplified probe technique | $48.00 | $60.00 | $21.05–$102.60 | 52% below | 20% |
| Cholesterol and triglycerides (lipid panel) blood test CPT 80061 Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | $83.24 | $104.05 | $13.39–$98.85 | 2% below | 20% |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential CPT 85025 Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | $84.37 | $105.46 | $7.77–$100.19 | 37% above | 20% |
| Complete blood count (CBC), no differential CPT 85027 Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test | $8.80 | $11.00 | $0.71–$73.25 | 80% below | 20% |
| Comprehensive metabolic panel (blood test) CPT 80053 Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | $197.99 | $247.49 | $10.56–$235.12 | 67% above | 20% |
| D-dimer blood test (blood clot marker) CPT 85379 Coagulation function measurement, D-dimer; quantitative | $10.40 | $13.00 | $1.32–$230.88 | 88% below | 20% |
| DHEA sulfate (DHEA-S) blood test CPT 82627 Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA-S) hormone level | $30.40 | $38.00 | $8.45–$151.36 | 73% below | 20% |
| Estradiol blood test CPT 82670 Measurement of total estradiol (hormone) | $38.40 | $48.00 | $13.41–$103.42 | 70% below | 20% |
| FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) test CPT 83001 Gonadotropin, follicle stimulating (reproductive hormone) level | $24.80 | $31.00 | $5.76–$60.59 | 73% below | 20% |
| Fecal calprotectin (stool inflammation test) CPT 83993 Stool calprotectin (protein) level | $24.80 | $31.00 | $6.09–$51.62 | 85% below | 20% |
| Ferritin blood test (iron stores) CPT 82728 Ferritin (blood protein) level | $92.09 | $115.11 | $3.13–$109.35 | 8% above | 20% |
| Folate (folic acid) blood test CPT 82746 Folic acid level, serum | $20.00 | $25.00 | $3.68–$75.41 | 77% below | 20% |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test CPT 84481 Thyroid hormone, T3 measurement, free | $22.40 | $28.00 | $4.74–$91.84 | 78% below | 20% |
| Free T4 (free thyroxine) thyroid blood test CPT 84439 Thyroxine (thyroid chemical), free | $121.57 | $151.96 | $1.08–$144.36 | 88% above | 20% |
| Free testosterone test CPT 84402 Testosterone (hormone) level, free | $69.63 | $87.04 | $11.21–$82.69 | 34% below | 20% |
| Glucose challenge test (1-hour glucose after a sugar drink) CPT 82950 Blood glucose (sugar) level after receiving dose of glucose | $6.40 | $8.00 | $0.38–$25.10 | 82% below | 20% |
| Glucose tolerance test, 3 samples CPT 82951 Blood glucose (sugar) tolerance test, 3 specimens | $13.60 | $17.00 | $2.19–$51.62 | 84% below | 20% |
| Gonorrhea test by nucleic acid amplification (NAAT, PCR-type) CPT 87591 Detection test by nucleic acid for Neisseria gonorrhoeae (gonorrhoeae bacteria), amplified probe technique | $48.00 | $60.00 | $21.05–$102.60 | 47% below | 20% |
| H. pylori antibody blood test CPT 86677 Analysis for antibody to Helicobacter pylori (gastrointestinal bacteria) | $20.00 | $25.00 | $4.21–$61.75 | 75% below | 20% |
| H. pylori stool antigen test CPT 87338 Detection test by immunoassay technique for Helicobacter pylori (GI tract bacteria) in stool | $16.00 | $20.00 | $2.88–$297.88 | 86% below | 20% |
| HIV viral load test (HIV-1 RNA, quantitative) CPT 87536 Detection test by nucleic acid for HIV-1 virus, quantification | $116.80 | $146.00 | $59.86–$522.49 | 57% below | 20% |
| HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibody test CPT 86703 Analysis for antibody to HIV-1 and HIV-2 virus | $12.80 | $16.00 | $2.19–$61.67 | 74% below | 20% |
| HIV-1/2 antigen and antibody combination blood test (4th generation) CPT 87389 Detection test by immunoassay technique for HIV-1 antigen and HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies | $20.80 | $26.00 | $6.26–$32.27 | 72% below | 20% |
| HPV test for high-risk types, one combined (pooled) result CPT 87624 Detection test by nucleic acid for Human Papillomavirus (HPV), high-risk types | $137.21 | $171.51 | $35.09–$162.93 | 45% above | 20% |
| Hemoglobin A1C blood test (average blood sugar over about 3 months) CPT 83036 Hemoglobin A1C level | $54.89 | $68.61 | $6.66–$65.18 | 10% below | 20% |
| Hepatitis B surface antibody (anti-HBs) test, immunity check CPT 86706 Hepatitis B surface antibody measurement | $55.80 | $69.75 | $1.93–$66.26 | 18% below | 20% |
| Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) test CPT 87340 Detection test by immunoassay technique for hepatitis B surface antigen | $12.80 | $16.00 | $1.65–$32.27 | 80% below | 20% |
| Hepatitis C antibody blood test (screening) CPT 86803 Hepatitis C antibody measurement | $19.20 | $24.00 | $3.42–$49.47 | 75% below | 20% |
| Hepatitis C viral load (HCV RNA) test CPT 87522 Detection test by nucleic acid for Hepatitis C virus, quantification | $58.40 | $73.00 | $29.93–$391.06 | 77% below | 20% |
| Herpes blood test, HSV-1 antibody CPT 86695 Analysis for antibody to Herpes simplex virus, type 1 | $32.00 | $40.00 | $5.28–$79.18 | 52% below | 20% |
| Herpes blood test, HSV-2 antibody CPT 86696 Analysis for antibody to Herpes simplex virus, type 2 | $17.60 | $22.00 | $4.26–$79.18 | 70% below | 20% |
| High-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) test CPT 86141 Measurement C-reactive protein for detection of infection or inflammation, high sensitivity | $17.60 | $22.00 | $2.85–$104.77 | 77% below | 20% |
| Homocysteine blood test CPT 83090 Homocysteine (amino acid) level | $50.40 | $63.00 | $11.29–$124.43 | 47% below | 20% |
| Insulin blood test CPT 83525 Insulin measurement, total | $15.20 | $19.00 | $2.17–$66.26 | 80% below | 20% |
| Iron blood test (serum iron) CPT 83540 Iron level | $45.14 | $56.42 | $0.71–$53.60 | 13% above | 20% |
| Iron-binding capacity (TIBC) test CPT 83550 Iron binding capacity | $9.60 | $12.00 | $1.05–$57.10 | 80% below | 20% |
| Kidney function blood test panel CPT 80069 Kidney function blood test panel | $11.20 | $14.00 | $1.22–$87.26 | 87% below | 20% |
| LH (luteinizing hormone) test CPT 83002 Gonadotropin, luteinizing (reproductive hormone) level | $24.80 | $31.00 | $5.74–$60.59 | 73% below | 20% |
| Lipase blood test (pancreas enzyme) CPT 83690 Lipase (fat enzyme) level | $8.80 | $11.00 | $0.76–$30.78 | 86% below | 20% |
| Liver function blood test panel CPT 80076 Liver function blood test panel | $174.41 | $218.01 | $8.17–$207.11 | 107% above | 20% |
| Lyme disease antibody test CPT 86618 Analysis for antibody Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease bacteria) | $23.20 | $29.00 | $4.94–$49.47 | 74% below | 20% |
| Magnesium blood test CPT 83735 Magnesium level | $8.00 | $10.00 | $0.67–$88.34 | 83% below | 20% |
| Measles (rubeola) antibody test CPT 86765 Analysis for antibody to Rubeola (measles virus) | $17.60 | $22.00 | $2.83–$49.47 | 68% below | 20% |
| Mono test (heterophile antibody, Monospot) CPT 86308 Screening test for mononucleosis (mono) | $41.05 | $51.31 | $0.41–$49.47 | 15% below | 20% |
| Obstetric blood test panel CPT 80055 Obstetric blood test panel | $135.20 | $169.00 | $47.81–$160.55 | 25% above | 20% |
| PSA (prostate-specific antigen) blood test, free CPT 84154 PSA (prostate specific antigen) measurement, free | $51.02 | $63.78 | $5.70–$60.59 | 48% below | 20% |
| PSA (prostate-specific antigen) blood test, total CPT 84153 PSA (prostate specific antigen) measurement, total | $102.97 | $128.71 | $5.15–$122.27 | 7% above | 20% |
| Pap test (liquid-based, automated screening with review) CPT 88175 Pap test, automated thin layer preparation; automated system and manual rescreening | $36.00 | $45.00 | $11.97–$45.89 | 54% below | 20% |
| Pap test lab reading: liquid-based cervical sample, manual screening CPT 88142 Pap test, manual screening | $28.00 | $35.00 | $7.09–$122.27 | 52% below | 20% |
| Parathyroid hormone (PTH) blood test CPT 83970 Parathormone (parathyroid hormone) level | $111.58 | $139.48 | $41.28–$132.51 | 37% below | 20% |
| Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) clotting test CPT 85730 Coagulation assessment blood test, plasma or whole blood | $6.40 | $8.00 | $0.48–$68.69 | 86% below | 20% |
| Progesterone blood test CPT 84144 Progesterone (reproductive hormone) level | $28.80 | $36.00 | $7.51–$87.26 | 70% below | 20% |
| Prolactin blood test CPT 84146 Prolactin (milk producing hormone) level | $26.40 | $33.00 | $6.40–$105.84 | 74% below | 20% |
| Prothrombin time (PT/INR) clotting test CPT 85610 Blood test, clotting time | $23.58 | $29.48 | $0.26–$28.01 | 28% below | 20% |
| Rapid strep A antigen test from a throat swab, read visually CPT 87880 Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for Streptococcus, group A (strep) | $16.00 | $20.00 | $3.31–$61.67 | 68% below | 20% |
| Rheumatoid factor (RF) test CPT 86431 Rheumatoid factor level | $92.40 | $115.50 | $5.67–$109.73 | 90% above | 20% |
| Rubella antibody test (immunity check) CPT 86762 Analysis for antibody to Rubella (German measles virus) | $75.52 | $94.40 | $3.45–$89.68 | 28% above | 20% |
| Sed rate (ESR, erythrocyte sedimentation rate) CPT 85652 Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, automated | $75.52 | $94.40 | $2.55–$89.68 | 125% above | 20% |
| Semen analysis: volume, sperm count, motility and morphology CPT 89320 Semen evaluation volume, sperm count, motility and analysis | $16.00 | $20.00 | $2.46–$62.38 | 72% below | 20% |
| Stool test for hidden blood (guaiac FOBT) CPT 82270 Stool analysis for blood to screen for colon tumors | $13.60 | $17.00 | $0.53–$113.92 | 59% below | 20% |
| Stool test for hidden blood by immunoassay (FIT) CPT 82274 Stool analysis for blood, by fecal hemoglobin determination by immunoassay | $40.00 | $50.00 | $3.98–$51.62 | 31% below | 20% |
| Syphilis screening blood test, non-treponemal (RPR or VDRL), yes/no result CPT 86592 Syphilis detection test | $25.40 | $31.75 | $1.11–$49.47 | 48% below | 20% |
| TB blood test measuring immune response (IGRA, gamma interferon) CPT 86480 Tuberculosis test, gamma interferon | $84.80 | $106.00 | $43.46–$145.44 | 46% below | 20% |
| Testosterone blood test, total (not free testosterone) CPT 84403 Testosterone (hormone) level, total | $71.20 | $89.00 | $22.97–$119.84 | 31% below | 20% |
| Thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibody test CPT 86376 Microsomal antibodies (autoantibody) measurement | $72.58 | $90.72 | $6.26–$86.18 | 4% below | 20% |
| Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) blood test CPT 84443 Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) | $112.72 | $140.90 | $16.80–$133.86 | 16% above | 20% |
| Trichomonas test (NAAT) CPT 87661 Detection test by nucleic acid for Trichomonas vaginalis (genital parasite), amplified probe technique | $101.60 | $127.00 | $35.09–$120.65 | 10% above | 20% |
| Uric acid blood test CPT 84550 Uric acid level, blood | $5.60 | $7.00 | $0.32–$55.76 | 84% below | 20% |
| Urinalysis with microscope exam, manual CPT 81000 Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated | $17.60 | $22.00 | $0.88–$22.94 | 32% below | 20% |
| Urinalysis without microscope exam, automated CPT 81003 Automated urinalysis test | $3.20 | $4.00 | $0.09–$28.01 | 88% below | 20% |
| Urine culture for bacteria, with colony count CPT 87086 Bacterial colony count, urine | $48.99 | $61.24 | $1.05–$58.18 | 16% below | 20% |
| Urine pregnancy test, read by color change CPT 81025 Urine pregnancy test | $8.80 | $11.00 | $0.95–$22.94 | 79% below | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) blood test CPT 82607 Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B-12) level | $20.00 | $25.00 | $3.77–$75.41 | 76% below | 20% |
| Vitamin D blood test, 25-hydroxy (the standard vitamin D level test) CPT 82306 Vitamin D-3 level | $125.42 | $156.77 | $14.80–$148.93 | at median | 20% |
| Zinc blood test CPT 84630 Zinc level | $58.74 | $73.43 | $2.16–$69.76 | 12% above | 20% |
| hCG pregnancy hormone blood test, quantitative (measures the level) CPT 84702 Gonadotropin, chorionic (reproductive hormone) level | $40.80 | $51.00 | $7.68–$90.76 | 54% below | 20% |
Surgery and procedures
| Procedure | Cash price | List price | Insurers pay | vs Iowa | Off list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appendectomy for a ruptured appendix with abscess or peritonitis CPT 44960 Removal of ruptured infected appendix | $1,368.00 | $1,710.00 | $598.75–$1,961.00 | 30% below | 20% |
| Appendectomy, open surgery CPT 44950 Removal of appendix | $1,074.40 | $1,343.00 | $537.20–$1,545.00 | 25% below | 20% |
| Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction or repair of the knee CPT 29888 Repair of anterior cruciate ligament of knee using an endoscope | $1,712.00 | $2,140.00 | $877.40–$10,415.86 | 39% below | 20% |
| Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair of the shoulder CPT 29827 Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope | $2,387.20 | $2,984.00 | $1,223.44–$10,415.86 | 19% below | 20% |
| Botox injections for chronic migraine CPT 64615 Injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face | $448.00 | $560.00 | $94.32–$576.80 | 14% above | 20% |
| Broken ankle (outer ankle bone) treatment without surgery or setting CPT 27786 Closed treatment of broken outside lower leg bone at ankle | $480.80 | $601.00 | $246.41–$3,068.04 | 11% above | 20% |
| Broken foot (metatarsal) treatment without surgery or setting CPT 28470 Closed treatment of broken bone in forefoot or midfoot | $293.63 | $367.04 | $150.49–$3,068.04 | 21% below | 20% |
| Broken foot (metatarsal) treatment without surgery or setting CPT 28470 Closed treatment of broken bone in forefoot or midfoot | $472.80 | $591.00 | $242.31–$3,068.04 | 27% above | 20% |
| Broken foot (metatarsal) treatment without surgery or setting inpatient CPT 28470 Closed treatment of broken bone in forefoot or midfoot | $293.63 | $367.04 | $150.49–$3,068.04 | — | 20% |
| Bunion correction with a bone cut near the head of the first metatarsal CPT 28296 Correction of bunion with alignment correction of midfoot bone toward toe area | $1,623.19 | $2,028.99 | $451.79–$2,089.86 | 11% below | 20% |
| Bunion correction with removal of part of the big toe joint CPT 28292 Correction of bunion | $1,520.00 | $1,900.00 | $427.92–$1,957.00 | 12% below | 20% |
| Cardioversion, elective (restoring heart rhythm) CPT 92960 External shock to heart to regulate heart beat | $203.20 | $254.00 | $104.14–$1,372.34 | 75% below | 20% |
| Cardioversion, elective (restoring heart rhythm) CPT 92960 External shock to heart to regulate heart beat | $957.32 | $1,196.65 | $490.63–$1,372.34 | 20% above | 20% |
| Cardioversion, elective (restoring heart rhythm) inpatient CPT 92960 External shock to heart to regulate heart beat | $957.32 | $1,196.65 | $490.63–$1,372.34 | — | 20% |
| Carpal tunnel release, open surgery CPT 64721 Release and/or relocation of hand nerve | $800.00 | $1,000.00 | $362.80–$1,030.00 | 52% below | 20% |
| Cervical biopsy CPT 57500 Biopsy of cervix or removal of growth | $208.80 | $261.00 | $62.34–$337.84 | 42% below | 20% |
| Cesarean delivery, including prenatal and postpartum care CPT 59510 Cesarean delivery with care before and after delivery | $3,100.80 | $3,876.00 | $1,550.40–$4,754.03 | 22% below | 20% |
| Circumcision by surgical excision, older than 28 days (children and adults) CPT 54161 Removal of foreskin (older than 28 days) | $364.00 | $455.00 | $167.58–$468.65 | 40% below | 20% |
| Circumcision with a clamp or device and a numbing nerve block, usually newborns CPT 54150 Removal of foreskin using clamp or device | $340.00 | $425.00 | $78.12–$437.75 | 55% below | 20% |
| Circumcision, surgical, older than a newborn CPT 54160 Removal of foreskin (28 days or younger) | $236.80 | $296.00 | $118.40–$566.50 | 69% below | 20% |
| Closed treatment of a wrist (distal radius) fracture, no resetting CPT 25600 Closed treatment of broken forearm (radius) bone at the wrist area on the thumb side of the wrist without manipulation | $437.70 | $547.13 | $224.32–$3,068.04 | 3% above | 20% |
| Closed treatment of a wrist (distal radius) fracture, no resetting CPT 25600 Closed treatment of broken forearm (radius) bone at the wrist area on the thumb side of the wrist without manipulation | $443.20 | $554.00 | $227.14–$3,068.04 | 4% above | 20% |
| Closed treatment of a wrist (distal radius) fracture, no resetting inpatient CPT 25600 Closed treatment of broken forearm (radius) bone at the wrist area on the thumb side of the wrist without manipulation | $437.70 | $547.13 | $224.32–$3,068.04 | — | 20% |
| Colonoscopy with polyp removal CPT 45385 Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | $523.20 | $654.00 | $208.30–$736.45 | 63% below | 20% |
| Colonoscopy with tissue sample CPT 45380 Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | $441.60 | $552.00 | $165.17–$618.00 | 68% below | 20% |
| Colonoscopy, diagnostic CPT 45378 Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | $368.00 | $460.00 | $152.60–$558.26 | 66% below | 20% |
| Colposcopy with LEEP (loop electrosurgical excision) CPT 57460 Biopsy of cervix using an endoscope with loop electrode | $650.40 | $813.00 | $129.11–$837.39 | 14% below | 20% |
| Colposcopy with cervical biopsy and scraping of the cervical canal CPT 57454 Biopsy and scraping of cervix using an endoscope | $246.40 | $308.00 | $108.32–$345.05 | 31% below | 20% |
| Cystoscopy, diagnostic look inside the bladder and urethra CPT 52000 Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | $336.80 | $421.00 | $65.87–$433.63 | 58% below | 20% |
| D&C (dilation and curettage), not related to pregnancy CPT 58120 Dilation and scraping of uterus | $407.20 | $509.00 | $190.62–$540.75 | 50% below | 20% |
| Destruction of a precancerous skin lesion (actinic keratosis), first lesion CPT 17000 Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | $152.00 | $190.00 | $64.78–$370.69 | 3% above | 20% |
| Earwax removal by irrigation (rinsing), one ear CPT 69209 Removal of impacted ear wax by washing | $134.26 | $167.82 | $60.27–$260.99 | 99% above | 20% |
| Earwax removal by irrigation (rinsing), one ear inpatient CPT 69209 Removal of impacted ear wax by washing | $134.26 | $167.82 | $60.27–$260.99 | — | 20% |
| Earwax removal with instruments, one ear CPT 69210 Removal of impacted ear wax | $100.00 | $125.00 | $40.59–$260.99 | 3% below | 20% |
| Earwax removal with instruments, one ear CPT 69210 Removal of impacted ear wax | $110.68 | $138.35 | $56.72–$260.99 | 7% above | 20% |
| Earwax removal with instruments, one ear inpatient CPT 69210 Removal of impacted ear wax | $110.68 | $138.35 | $56.72–$260.99 | — | 20% |
| Endometrial biopsy (uterine lining sample) without dilating the cervix CPT 58100 Biopsy of lining of uterus | $176.00 | $220.00 | $50.14–$272.95 | 31% below | 20% |
| Epidural steroid injection, neck or mid back, with imaging guidance CPT 62321 Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | $501.50 | $626.87 | $89.69–$645.68 | 58% below | 20% |
| Facet joint injection, lower back, one level, with imaging guidance CPT 64493 Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | $644.22 | $805.27 | $76.35–$829.43 | 49% below | 20% |
| First repair of a front abdominal hernia (such as umbilical) 3 to 10 cm CPT 49593 Initial repair of sliding hernia of abdomen, 3-10 cm in length | $1,029.60 | $1,287.00 | $463.67–$1,325.61 | 54% below | 20% |
| First repair of a small front abdominal hernia (e.g. umbilical), under 3 cm CPT 49591 Initial repair of sliding hernia of abdomen, less than 3 cm in length | $585.86 | $732.32 | $279.52–$754.29 | 72% below | 20% |
| Flexible sigmoidoscopy, diagnostic (lower colon only) CPT 45330 Diagnostic exam of lower portion of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | $105.60 | $132.00 | $49.46–$155.31 | 81% below | 20% |
| Gallbladder removal, laparoscopic CPT 47562 Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope | $1,200.00 | $1,500.00 | $561.02–$1,545.00 | 39% below | 20% |
| Gallbladder removal, laparoscopic, with X-ray of the bile ducts during surgery CPT 47563 Removal of gallbladder with X-ray study of bile ducts using an endoscope | $1,256.00 | $1,570.00 | $598.80–$1,617.10 | 39% below | 20% |
| Gallbladder removal, open surgery through a larger incision CPT 47600 Removal of gallbladder | $1,788.80 | $2,236.00 | $640.00–$2,391.00 | 17% below | 20% |
| Hammertoe correction surgery CPT 28285 Correction of toe joint deformity | $1,040.00 | $1,300.00 | $344.07–$1,339.00 | 42% below | 20% |
| Hemorrhoid banding (rubber band ligation) CPT 46221 Removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding | $520.00 | $650.00 | $180.62–$669.50 | 20% below | 20% |
| Hemorrhoid banding (rubber band ligation) CPT 46221 Removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding | $669.29 | $836.61 | $343.01–$3,785.76 | 3% above | 20% |
| Hemorrhoid banding (rubber band ligation) inpatient CPT 46221 Removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding | $669.29 | $836.61 | $343.01–$3,785.76 | — | 20% |
| Hemorrhoidectomy (internal and external), one area CPT 46255 Removal of single external and internal hemorrhoid group | $640.00 | $800.00 | $318.90–$824.00 | 45% below | 20% |
| Hip replacement after an earlier hip surgery (conversion to total hip) CPT 27132 Total hip replacement after previous hip surgery | $3,120.00 | $3,900.00 | $1,355.45–$4,017.00 | 31% below | 20% |
| Hysterectomy through an abdominal incision (total) CPT 58150 Removal of uterus and cervix through abdomen | $1,692.00 | $2,115.00 | $842.82–$2,270.00 | 37% below | 20% |
| Hysterosalpingogram (HSG): contrast injection to check the fallopian tubes CPT 58340 Insertion of tube and introduction of contrast for X-ray of uterus and fallopian tubes | $193.60 | $242.00 | $47.70–$288.40 | 42% below | 20% |
| Hysteroscopy with endometrial ablation CPT 58563 Exam of uterus with destruction of lining of uterus using an endoscope | $620.00 | $775.00 | $197.53–$2,604.43 | 84% below | 20% |
| Hysteroscopy with uterine lining sampling and/or polyp removal CPT 58558 Biopsy of lining of uterus and/or removal of polyp using an endoscope | $520.00 | $650.00 | $186.14–$869.32 | 85% below | 20% |
| IUD insertion (the device itself billed separately) CPT 58300 Insertion of IUD for pregnancy prevention | $273.60 | $342.00 | $48.92–$324.90 | 6% above | 20% |
| Incision and drainage of a simple or single skin abscess CPT 10060 Simple or single drainage of skin abscess | $173.60 | $217.00 | $88.97–$370.69 | 29% below | 20% |
| Incision and drainage of a simple or single skin abscess CPT 10060 Simple or single drainage of skin abscess | $288.94 | $361.18 | $148.08–$370.69 | 19% above | 20% |
| Incision and drainage of a simple or single skin abscess inpatient CPT 10060 Simple or single drainage of skin abscess | $288.94 | $361.18 | $148.08–$370.69 | — | 20% |
| Inguinal (groin) hernia repair, age 5 or older CPT 49505 Repair of groin hernia (5 years or older) | $874.40 | $1,093.00 | $437.20–$1,236.00 | 42% below | 20% |
| Injection into a tendon sheath or ligament (for example trigger finger) CPT 20550 Injection into tendon or ligament | $88.80 | $111.00 | $45.51–$770.06 | 63% below | 20% |
| Injection into a tendon sheath or ligament (for example trigger finger) CPT 20550 Injection into tendon or ligament | $127.20 | $159.00 | $65.19–$770.06 | 47% below | 20% |
| Injection into a tendon sheath or ligament (for example trigger finger) inpatient CPT 20550 Injection into tendon or ligament | $127.20 | $159.00 | $65.19–$770.06 | — | 20% |
| Injection or fluid drainage of a major joint (knee, shoulder, hip), no ultrasound CPT 20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | $151.20 | $189.00 | $77.49–$770.06 | 56% below | 20% |
| Injection or fluid drainage of a major joint (knee, shoulder, hip), no ultrasound CPT 20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | $379.21 | $474.01 | $194.34–$770.06 | 10% above | 20% |
| Injection or fluid drainage of a major joint (knee, shoulder, hip), no ultrasound inpatient CPT 20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | $379.21 | $474.01 | $194.34–$770.06 | — | 20% |
| Insertion of a drug-delivery implant, such as the arm birth control implant CPT 11981 Insertion of drug delivery implant into tissue | $272.80 | $341.00 | $49.64–$351.23 | 1% below | 20% |
| Joint injection or drainage, medium joint (wrist, elbow, ankle) CPT 20605 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | $212.00 | $265.00 | $29.83–$272.95 | 26% below | 20% |
| Joint injection or drainage, medium joint (wrist, elbow, ankle) CPT 20605 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | $371.27 | $464.09 | $190.28–$770.06 | 30% above | 20% |
| Joint injection or drainage, medium joint (wrist, elbow, ankle) inpatient CPT 20605 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | $371.27 | $464.09 | $190.28–$770.06 | — | 20% |
| Joint injection or drainage, small joint (fingers, toes) CPT 20600 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | $122.40 | $153.00 | $29.16–$262.65 | 55% below | 20% |
| Knee arthroscopy with meniscus repair (one side of the knee) CPT 29882 Repair of inside or outside knee joint cartilage using an endoscope | $1,273.20 | $1,591.50 | $652.52–$5,097.87 | 38% below | 20% |
| Knee arthroscopy with meniscus trim CPT 29881 Removal of knee cartilage using an endoscope | $1,220.80 | $1,526.00 | $625.66–$5,097.87 | 49% below | 20% |
| Knee arthroscopy with removal of both torn meniscus parts CPT 29880 Removal of both knee cartilages using an endoscope | $952.80 | $1,191.00 | $488.31–$5,097.87 | 52% below | 20% |
| Knee arthroscopy with smoothing of damaged cartilage (chondroplasty) CPT 29877 Removal or shaving of knee joint cartilage using an endoscope | $1,044.00 | $1,305.00 | $535.05–$5,097.87 | 39% below | 20% |
| Laparoscopic appendectomy (appendix removal through small cuts) CPT 44970 Removal of appendix using an endoscope | $1,008.80 | $1,261.00 | $504.40–$1,442.00 | 42% below | 20% |
| Laparoscopic fundoplication (anti-reflux surgery) CPT 43280 Strengthening of muscle between esophagus and stomach by wrapping part of stomach around esophagus using an endoscope | $1,680.00 | $2,100.00 | $840.00–$2,405.00 | 37% below | 20% |
| Laparoscopic hysterectomy (uterus 250 g or less) CPT 58570 Removal of uterus through abdomen using an endoscope, 250.0 g or less | $1,760.00 | $2,200.00 | $659.42–$2,266.00 | 20% below | 20% |
| Laparoscopic inguinal (groin) hernia repair, first repair on that side CPT 49650 Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope | $800.00 | $1,000.00 | $377.54–$1,030.00 | 35% below | 20% |
| Laparoscopic inguinal (groin) hernia repair, recurrent hernia CPT 49651 Repair of recurrent groin hernia using an endoscope | $1,040.00 | $1,300.00 | $489.35–$1,339.00 | 30% below | 20% |
| Laparoscopic removal of fallopian tubes and/or ovaries CPT 58661 Removal of ovaries and/or tubes using an endoscope | $1,088.80 | $1,361.00 | $530.94–$1,463.00 | 42% below | 20% |
| Layered stitches for a cut up to 2.5 cm, intermediate repair, scalp, body, arms or legs CPT 12031 Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.5 cm or less | $293.94 | $367.42 | $150.64–$1,595.33 | 17% below | 20% |
| Layered stitches for a cut up to 2.5 cm, intermediate repair, scalp, body, arms or legs CPT 12031 Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.5 cm or less | $382.40 | $478.00 | $195.98–$1,595.33 | 8% above | 20% |
| Layered stitches for a cut up to 2.5 cm, intermediate repair, scalp, body, arms or legs inpatient CPT 12031 Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.5 cm or less | $293.94 | $367.42 | $150.64–$1,595.33 | — | 20% |
| Lower-back epidural injection, with imaging guidance CPT 62323 Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | $447.05 | $558.81 | $83.66–$575.57 | 61% below | 20% |
| Lower-back epidural injection, without imaging guidance CPT 62322 Injection of substance into lower spine canal | $422.40 | $528.00 | $216.48–$1,839.82 | 40% below | 20% |
| Lower-back nerve root steroid injection, with imaging guidance CPT 64483 Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | $614.73 | $768.41 | $93.39–$791.46 | 53% below | 20% |
| Lumpectomy (partial mastectomy) CPT 19301 Partial removal of breast | $780.00 | $975.00 | $399.75–$7,496.95 | 55% below | 20% |
| Mastectomy (total removal of the breast) CPT 19303 Simple complete removal of breast | $1,840.00 | $2,300.00 | $864.69–$7,496.95 | 25% below | 20% |
| Miscarriage treatment with D&C, first trimester CPT 59820 Treatment of miscarriage during first trimester | $612.80 | $766.00 | $306.40–$873.00 | 45% below | 20% |
| Mole or benign skin lesion removal (excision), body, arms or legs, up to 0.5 cm CPT 11400 Removal of noncancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 0.5 cm or less | $220.00 | $275.00 | $95.12–$860.40 | 21% below | 20% |
| Mole or benign skin lesion removal (excision), face, ears, eyelids, nose or lips, up to 0.5 cm CPT 11440 Removal of noncancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 0.5 cm or less | $248.00 | $310.00 | $104.96–$860.40 | 44% below | 20% |
| Nail removal (partial or complete), one nail CPT 11730 Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail | $149.60 | $187.00 | $76.67–$488.28 | 30% below | 20% |
| Nail removal (partial or complete), one nail CPT 11730 Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail | $196.86 | $246.08 | $100.89–$488.28 | 8% below | 20% |
| Nail removal (partial or complete), one nail inpatient CPT 11730 Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail | $196.86 | $246.08 | $100.89–$488.28 | — | 20% |
| Occipital nerve block (injection for headaches) CPT 64405 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into upper neck and back of head nerve | $157.60 | $197.00 | $41.15–$202.91 | 61% below | 20% |
| Occipital nerve block (injection for headaches) CPT 64405 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into upper neck and back of head nerve | $342.40 | $428.00 | $175.48–$729.19 | 15% below | 20% |
| Occipital nerve block (injection for headaches) inpatient CPT 64405 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into upper neck and back of head nerve | $342.40 | $428.00 | $175.48–$729.19 | — | 20% |
| Paracentesis with imaging guidance CPT 49083 Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance | $1,392.55 | $1,740.69 | $713.68–$1,653.66 | 25% above | 20% |
| Partial knee replacement (one compartment) CPT 27446 Replacement of knee joint on side of knee | $1,944.00 | $2,430.00 | $996.30–$20,873.30 | 39% below | 20% |
| Permanent removal of a nail and nail root (partial or complete) CPT 11750 Permanent removal fingernail or toenail | $337.60 | $422.00 | $88.13–$540.75 | 21% below | 20% |
| Radiofrequency ablation of facet joint nerves, lower back, one level CPT 64635 Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | $919.01 | $1,148.76 | $162.49–$1,183.22 | 55% below | 20% |
| Removal of a breast lump, open surgery CPT 19120 Removal of growth and tissue of breast, duct, or nipple | $746.40 | $933.00 | $382.53–$4,000.24 | 47% below | 20% |
| Removal of a foreign object under the skin, simple CPT 10120 Removal of foreign body from tissue, accessed beneath the skin, simple | $213.60 | $267.00 | $109.47–$415.32 | 28% below | 20% |
| Removal of a foreign object under the skin, simple CPT 10120 Removal of foreign body from tissue, accessed beneath the skin, simple | $288.94 | $361.18 | $148.08–$415.32 | 3% below | 20% |
| Removal of a foreign object under the skin, simple inpatient CPT 10120 Removal of foreign body from tissue, accessed beneath the skin, simple | $288.94 | $361.18 | $148.08–$415.32 | — | 20% |
| Screening colonoscopy for a person at average risk (Medicare code) HCPCS G0121 COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING; COLONOSCOPY ON INDIVIDUAL NOT MEETING CRITERIA FOR HIGH RISK | $560.00 | $700.00 | $152.74–$721.00 | 43% below | 20% |
| Screening colonoscopy, high risk of colorectal cancer (Medicare code) HCPCS G0105 COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING; COLONOSCOPY ON INDIVIDUAL AT HIGH RISK | $1,356.00 | $1,695.00 | $152.60–$1,745.85 | 25% above | 20% |
| Short arm cast (elbow to hand) CPT 29075 Application of elbow to finger cast | $135.20 | $169.00 | $69.29–$644.58 | 40% below | 20% |
| Short arm cast (elbow to hand) CPT 29075 Application of elbow to finger cast | $190.97 | $238.71 | $97.87–$644.58 | 16% below | 20% |
| Short arm cast (elbow to hand) inpatient CPT 29075 Application of elbow to finger cast | $190.97 | $238.71 | $97.87–$644.58 | — | 20% |
| Short arm splint (forearm and hand) CPT 29125 Application of nonmoveable forearm to hand splint | $105.60 | $132.00 | $54.12–$190.72 | 40% below | 20% |
| Short arm splint (forearm and hand) CPT 29125 Application of nonmoveable forearm to hand splint | $190.97 | $238.71 | $97.87–$226.77 | 8% above | 20% |
| Short arm splint (forearm and hand) inpatient CPT 29125 Application of nonmoveable forearm to hand splint | $190.97 | $238.71 | $97.87–$226.77 | — | 20% |
| Short leg cast (below the knee) CPT 29405 Application of short leg cast | $135.20 | $169.00 | $69.29–$644.58 | 44% below | 20% |
| Short leg cast (below the knee) CPT 29405 Application of short leg cast | $190.97 | $238.71 | $97.87–$644.58 | 21% below | 20% |
| Short leg cast (below the knee) inpatient CPT 29405 Application of short leg cast | $190.97 | $238.71 | $97.87–$644.58 | — | 20% |
| Short leg splint (calf to foot) CPT 29515 Application of short leg splint from calf to foot | $109.60 | $137.00 | $56.17–$190.72 | 34% below | 20% |
| Short leg splint (calf to foot) CPT 29515 Application of short leg splint from calf to foot | $190.97 | $238.71 | $97.87–$226.77 | 15% above | 20% |
| Short leg splint (calf to foot) inpatient CPT 29515 Application of short leg splint from calf to foot | $190.97 | $238.71 | $97.87–$226.77 | — | 20% |
| Shoulder arthroscopy with removal of the end of the collarbone (distal clavicle) CPT 29824 Partial removal of collar bone at shoulder using an endoscope | $1,524.00 | $1,905.00 | $781.05–$5,097.87 | 23% below | 20% |
| Shoulder arthroscopy: shaving of the shoulder bone (add-on to another shoulder surgery) CPT 29826 Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope | $377.60 | $472.00 | $133.37–$5,097.87 | 53% below | 20% |
| Simple repair of a superficial wound 2.5 cm or less, scalp, neck, body or limbs CPT 12001 Simple repair of surface wound of scalp, neck, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.5 cm or less | $152.00 | $190.00 | $77.90–$672.55 | 32% below | 20% |
| Simple repair of a superficial wound 2.5 cm or less, scalp, neck, body or limbs CPT 12001 Simple repair of surface wound of scalp, neck, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.5 cm or less | $293.94 | $367.42 | $150.64–$672.55 | 32% above | 20% |
| Simple repair of a superficial wound 2.5 cm or less, scalp, neck, body or limbs inpatient CPT 12001 Simple repair of surface wound of scalp, neck, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.5 cm or less | $293.94 | $367.42 | $150.64–$672.55 | — | 20% |
| Skin biopsy, punch, one lesion CPT 11104 Punch biopsy, first skin growth | $304.00 | $380.00 | $155.80–$860.40 | 19% above | 20% |
| Skin cancer removal (excision), body, arms or legs, up to 0.5 cm CPT 11600 Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 0.5 cm or less | $289.60 | $362.00 | $148.42–$860.40 | 28% below | 20% |
| Skin tag removal, up to 15 tags CPT 11200 Removal of skin tag, 1-15 skin tags | $132.80 | $166.00 | $68.06–$370.69 | 23% below | 20% |
| Spinal tap (lumbar puncture), diagnostic CPT 62270 Removal of cerebrospinal fluid with lower back spinal tap for diagnostic test | $233.60 | $292.00 | $52.15–$318.27 | 52% below | 20% |
| Spinal tap (lumbar puncture), diagnostic CPT 62270 Removal of cerebrospinal fluid with lower back spinal tap for diagnostic test | $921.94 | $1,152.42 | $472.49–$1,839.82 | 90% above | 20% |
| Spinal tap (lumbar puncture), diagnostic inpatient CPT 62270 Removal of cerebrospinal fluid with lower back spinal tap for diagnostic test | $921.94 | $1,152.42 | $472.49–$1,839.82 | — | 20% |
| Stitches for a cut 2.6 to 7.5 cm (1 to 3 inches), simple repair, scalp, body, arms or legs CPT 12002 Simple repair of surface wound of scalp, neck, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | $178.40 | $223.00 | $91.43–$672.55 | 27% below | 20% |
| Stitches for a cut 2.6 to 7.5 cm (1 to 3 inches), simple repair, scalp, body, arms or legs CPT 12002 Simple repair of surface wound of scalp, neck, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | $293.94 | $367.42 | $150.64–$672.55 | 21% above | 20% |
| Stitches for a cut 2.6 to 7.5 cm (1 to 3 inches), simple repair, scalp, body, arms or legs inpatient CPT 12002 Simple repair of surface wound of scalp, neck, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | $293.94 | $367.42 | $150.64–$672.55 | — | 20% |
| Stitches for a cut on the face up to 2.5 cm (1 inch), simple repair CPT 12011 Simple repair of surface wound of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 2.5 cm or less | $182.40 | $228.00 | $93.48–$672.55 | 26% below | 20% |
| Stitches for a cut on the face up to 2.5 cm (1 inch), simple repair CPT 12011 Simple repair of surface wound of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 2.5 cm or less | $293.94 | $367.42 | $150.64–$672.55 | 19% above | 20% |
| Stitches for a cut on the face up to 2.5 cm (1 inch), simple repair inpatient CPT 12011 Simple repair of surface wound of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 2.5 cm or less | $293.94 | $367.42 | $150.64–$672.55 | — | 20% |
| Tangential (shave-style) skin biopsy, one lesion CPT 11102 Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | $110.60 | $138.25 | $56.68–$860.40 | 42% below | 20% |
| Tangential (shave-style) skin biopsy, one lesion CPT 11102 Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | $366.40 | $458.00 | $187.78–$860.40 | 91% above | 20% |
| Tangential (shave-style) skin biopsy, one lesion inpatient CPT 11102 Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | $366.40 | $458.00 | $187.78–$860.40 | — | 20% |
| Total hip replacement CPT 27130 Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | $2,858.60 | $3,573.25 | $1,465.03–$20,873.30 | 49% below | 20% |
| Total knee replacement CPT 27447 Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | $2,854.40 | $3,568.00 | $1,045.50–$3,675.04 | 31% below | 20% |
| Total shoulder replacement CPT 23472 Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder | $3,213.60 | $4,017.00 | $1,646.97–$20,873.30 | 22% below | 20% |
| Trigger finger release surgery CPT 26055 Incision of tendon covering of finger | $880.00 | $1,100.00 | $451.00–$2,848.64 | 45% below | 20% |
| Trigger point injections, 1 or 2 muscles CPT 20552 Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles | $120.00 | $150.00 | $42.64–$770.06 | 51% below | 20% |
| Trigger point injections, 1 or 2 muscles CPT 20552 Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles | $135.20 | $169.00 | $69.29–$770.06 | 45% below | 20% |
| Trigger point injections, 1 or 2 muscles inpatient CPT 20552 Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles | $135.20 | $169.00 | $69.29–$770.06 | — | 20% |
| Tubal ligation, laparoscopic (tubes sealed by cautery) CPT 58670 Destruction of fallopian tubes using an endoscope | $588.00 | $735.00 | $294.00–$836.00 | 44% below | 20% |
| Ultrasound-guided breast needle biopsy with marker clip, first lesion CPT 19083 Biopsy of breast and placement of locating device using ultrasound, first growth | $1,600.00 | $2,000.00 | $122.19–$3,432.99 | 23% below | 20% |
| Upper endoscopy (EGD) with balloon widening of the esophagus CPT 43249 Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | $400.00 | $500.00 | $126.88–$515.00 | 81% below | 20% |
| Upper endoscopy (EGD) with biopsy CPT 43239 Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | $290.40 | $363.00 | $115.02–$618.00 | 77% below | 20% |
| Upper endoscopy (EGD) with injection into the lining CPT 43236 Injection of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | $308.00 | $385.00 | $115.02–$433.32 | 67% below | 20% |
| Upper endoscopy (EGD) with polyp removal by snare CPT 43251 Removal of polyps or growths of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | $368.80 | $461.00 | $161.16–$504.70 | 68% below | 20% |
| Upper endoscopy (EGD), diagnostic CPT 43235 Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | $246.40 | $308.00 | $102.80–$618.00 | 75% below | 20% |
| Vaginal delivery, including prenatal and postpartum care CPT 59400 Vaginal delivery with care before and after delivery | $2,788.80 | $3,486.00 | $1,394.40–$4,305.28 | 27% below | 20% |
| Vasectomy, one or both sides, including follow-up semen testing CPT 55250 Removal of sperm duct | $684.80 | $856.00 | $201.64–$1,169.05 | 21% below | 20% |
| Wart removal, up to 14 warts CPT 17110 Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | $216.00 | $270.00 | $88.15–$370.69 | 6% above | 20% |
| Wound debridement, skin and tissue under it, first 20 sq cm CPT 11042 Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | $220.00 | $275.00 | $112.75–$1,595.33 | 47% below | 20% |
| Wound debridement, skin and tissue under it, first 20 sq cm CPT 11042 Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | $448.84 | $561.05 | $230.03–$1,595.33 | 7% above | 20% |
| Wound debridement, skin and tissue under it, first 20 sq cm inpatient CPT 11042 Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | $448.84 | $561.05 | $230.03–$1,595.33 | — | 20% |
| Wrist fracture surgery (plate and screws), distal radius CPT 25607 Treatment of broken forearm bone on thumb side of wrist, above wrist, with placement of stabilizing device | $1,672.00 | $2,090.00 | $856.90–$9,469.42 | 22% below | 20% |
Doctor visits and therapy
| Procedure | Cash price | List price | Insurers pay | vs Iowa | Off list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood transfusion (giving blood or blood components) CPT 36430 Transfusion of blood or blood products | $640.70 | $800.88 | $328.36–$760.84 | 17% above | 20% |
| Blood transfusion (giving blood or blood components) CPT 36430 Transfusion of blood or blood products | $1,062.10 | $1,327.63 | $410.74–$1,261.25 | 94% above | 20% |
| Blood transfusion (giving blood or blood components) inpatient CPT 36430 Transfusion of blood or blood products | $640.70 | $800.88 | $328.36–$760.84 | — | 20% |
| Breathing treatment (nebulizer or inhaler) for airway obstruction CPT 94640 Inhalation treatment for airway obstruction or sputum production | $28.80 | $36.00 | $14.76–$475.37 | 74% below | 20% |
| Chemotherapy IV infusion, first hour CPT 96413 Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | $593.77 | $742.21 | $304.31–$705.10 | 9% above | 20% |
| Critical care, first 30 to 74 minutes CPT 99291 Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | $336.80 | $421.00 | $168.40–$540.75 | 62% below | 20% |
| Critical care, first 30 to 74 minutes CPT 99291 Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | $1,569.68 | $1,962.10 | $804.46–$1,864.00 | 79% above | 20% |
| Critical care, first 30 to 74 minutes inpatient CPT 99291 Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | $1,569.68 | $1,962.10 | $804.46–$1,864.00 | — | 20% |
| EEG (brain wave test), awake and drowsy, routine CPT 95816 Measurement of brain wave activity (EEG), awake and drowsy | $1,002.23 | $1,252.79 | $220.60–$1,190.15 | 58% above | 20% |
| Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) with interpretation CPT 93000 Routine electrocardiogram (ECG) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | $27.20 | $34.00 | $13.94–$88.19 | 73% below | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 1 of 5, minor problem that may not need a doctor CPT 99281 Emergency department visit for problem that may not require health care professional | $40.00 | $50.00 | $10.28–$47.50 | 41% below | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 1 of 5, minor problem that may not need a doctor CPT 99281 Emergency department visit for problem that may not require health care professional | $103.64 | $129.55 | $53.12–$123.07 | 54% above | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 1 of 5, minor problem that may not need a doctor inpatient CPT 99281 Emergency department visit for problem that may not require health care professional | $103.64 | $129.55 | $53.12–$123.07 | — | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 2 of 5, straightforward problem CPT 99282 Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | $80.00 | $100.00 | $26.40–$103.00 | 44% below | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 2 of 5, straightforward problem CPT 99282 Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | $184.32 | $230.40 | $94.46–$218.88 | 29% above | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 2 of 5, straightforward problem inpatient CPT 99282 Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | $184.32 | $230.40 | $94.46–$218.88 | — | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 3 of 5, low-complexity problem CPT 99283 Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | $84.00 | $105.00 | $42.00–$154.50 | 70% below | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 3 of 5, low-complexity problem CPT 99283 Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | $480.14 | $600.17 | $246.07–$570.16 | 72% above | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 3 of 5, low-complexity problem inpatient CPT 99283 Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | $480.14 | $600.17 | $246.07–$570.16 | — | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 4 of 5, moderate-complexity problem CPT 99284 Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | $148.00 | $185.00 | $74.00–$283.25 | 72% below | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 4 of 5, moderate-complexity problem CPT 99284 Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | $519.38 | $649.22 | $266.18–$616.76 | at median | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 4 of 5, moderate-complexity problem inpatient CPT 99284 Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | $519.38 | $649.22 | $266.18–$616.76 | — | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 5 of 5, high-complexity problem CPT 99285 Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | $232.80 | $291.00 | $116.40–$412.00 | 70% below | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 5 of 5, high-complexity problem CPT 99285 Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | $1,751.80 | $2,189.75 | $608.43–$2,080.26 | 129% above | 20% |
| Emergency room visit, level 5 of 5, high-complexity problem inpatient CPT 99285 Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | $1,751.80 | $2,189.75 | $608.43–$2,080.26 | — | 20% |
| Exercise stress test, tracing only, the hospital charge CPT 93017 Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ECG) | $887.70 | $1,109.62 | $220.60–$1,054.14 | 32% above | 20% |
| Family therapy with the patient, 50 minutes CPT 90847 Family psychotherapy with patient, 50 minutes | $676.00 | $845.00 | $136.48–$802.75 | 189% above | 20% |
| Family therapy without the patient, 50 minutes CPT 90846 Family psychotherapy without patient, 50 minutes | $644.00 | $805.00 | $136.48–$764.75 | 185% above | 20% |
| Group psychotherapy session CPT 90853 Group psychotherapy | $588.00 | $735.00 | $103.79–$698.25 | 164% above | 20% |
| IV hydration (fluids through a vein), first 31 to 60 minutes CPT 96360 Infusion into a vein for hydration, 31-60 minutes | $97.60 | $122.00 | $50.02–$556.39 | 65% below | 20% |
| IV infusion of a medicine, first hour CPT 96365 Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | $459.50 | $574.38 | $217.31–$556.39 | 46% above | 20% |
| Injection under the skin or into a muscle, for treatment or testing CPT 96372 Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | $33.60 | $42.00 | $17.22–$73.56 | 61% below | 20% |
| New patient office visit, about 30 minutes CPT 99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | $204.00 | $255.00 | $67.18–$262.65 | 25% above | 20% |
| New patient office visit, about 45 minutes CPT 99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more | $310.80 | $388.50 | $110.20–$400.16 | 26% above | 20% |
| New patient office visit, about 60 minutes CPT 99205 New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more | $393.60 | $492.00 | $150.40–$506.76 | 23% above | 20% |
| New patient office visit, straightforward problem or 15+ minutes CPT 99202 New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more | $144.00 | $180.00 | $39.02–$185.40 | 43% above | 20% |
| Nutrition counseling (medical nutrition therapy), first visit, 15 minutes CPT 97802 Therapy procedure for nutrition management, each 15 minutes | $21.17 | $26.46 | $10.85–$136.95 | 50% below | 20% |
| Preventive checkup, new patient aged 18–39 CPT 99385 Initial new patient preventive medicine evaluation (18-39 years) | $236.40 | $295.50 | $92.64–$280.73 | 20% above | 20% |
| Preventive checkup, new patient aged 40–64 CPT 99386 Initial new patient preventive medicine evaluation (40-64 years) | $274.80 | $343.50 | $112.60–$326.33 | 33% above | 20% |
| Preventive checkup, new patient aged 65 or older CPT 99387 Initial new patient preventive medicine evaluation (65 years or older) | $298.80 | $373.50 | $121.05–$354.83 | 21% above | 20% |
| Preventive checkup, returning patient aged 18–39 CPT 99395 Established patient periodic preventive medicine examination (18-39 years) | $143.20 | $179.00 | $71.60–$170.05 | 13% below | 20% |
| Preventive checkup, returning patient aged 40–64 CPT 99396 Established patient periodic preventive medicine examination (40-64 years) | $152.80 | $191.00 | $76.40–$181.45 | 18% below | 20% |
| Preventive checkup, returning patient aged 65 or older CPT 99397 Established patient periodic preventive medicine examination (65 year old or older) | $244.80 | $306.00 | $96.53–$290.70 | 15% above | 20% |
| Psychotherapy session, 30 minutes CPT 90832 Psychotherapy, 30 minutes | $488.00 | $610.00 | $139.74–$579.50 | 187% above | 20% |
| Psychotherapy session, 45 minutes CPT 90834 Psychotherapy, 45 minutes | $604.00 | $755.00 | $181.34–$717.25 | 170% above | 20% |
| Psychotherapy session, 60 minutes CPT 90837 Psychotherapy, 1 hour | $616.00 | $770.00 | $181.34–$731.50 | 116% above | 20% |
| Quit-smoking counseling, 3 to 10 minutes CPT 99406 Smoking and tobacco use intermediate counseling, 3-10 minutes | $28.00 | $35.00 | $10.12–$36.05 | 24% below | 20% |
| Returning patient office visit, high complexity or 40+ minutes CPT 99215 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more | $275.20 | $344.00 | $118.34–$354.32 | 17% above | 20% |
| Returning patient office visit, low complexity or 20+ minutes CPT 99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | $140.80 | $176.00 | $54.25–$181.28 | 19% above | 20% |
| Returning patient office visit, moderate complexity or 30+ minutes CPT 99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | $204.00 | $255.00 | $80.35–$262.65 | 23% above | 20% |
| Returning patient office visit, straightforward problem or 10+ minutes CPT 99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more | $86.40 | $108.00 | $27.09–$111.24 | 8% above | 20% |
| Specialist consultation, low complexity or 30+ minutes CPT 99243 Office or other outpatient consultation with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | $153.60 | $192.00 | $78.72–$182.40 | 24% below | 20% |
| Specialist consultation, moderate complexity or 40+ minutes CPT 99244 Office or other outpatient consultation with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more | $280.00 | $350.00 | $140.00–$360.50 | 2% below | 20% |
| Speech and language evaluation CPT 92523 Evaluation of speech sound production with evaluation of language comprehension and expression | $254.66 | $318.33 | $60.00–$302.41 | 16% below | 20% |
| Spirometry (breathing test) CPT 94010 Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume | $43.20 | $54.00 | $7.95–$55.62 | 77% below | 20% |
| Spirometry before and after a bronchodilator CPT 94060 Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration | $80.80 | $101.00 | $9.90–$104.03 | 79% below | 20% |
| Therapeutic phlebotomy (removing blood as treatment) CPT 99195 Drawing of blood for a medical problem | $173.50 | $216.87 | $88.92–$431.63 | 12% below | 20% |
Vaccines
| Procedure | Cash price | List price | Insurers pay | vs Iowa | Off list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COVID-19 vaccine (Moderna), age 12 and older CPT 91322 Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) vaccine, mRNA-LNP, 50 mcg/0.5 mL dosage, for intramuscular use | $145.60 | $182.00 | $74.62–$172.90 | 46% below | 20% |
| Chickenpox (varicella) vaccine, live (Varivax) CPT 90716 Varicella vaccine | $174.40 | $218.00 | $89.38–$468.20 | 9% above | 20% |
| Flu shot, standard dose, preservative-free, for age 6 months and older CPT 90656 Influenza vaccine, trivalent, split virus, preservative-free, 0.5 mL dosage | $22.40 | $28.00 | $11.48–$83.89 | 3% above | 20% |
| HPV vaccine, 9-valent (Gardasil 9) CPT 90651 Human Papillomavirus vaccine types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, 58, nonavalent | $287.20 | $359.00 | $147.19–$468.20 | 2% below | 20% |
| Hepatitis A and B combination vaccine, adult (Twinrix) CPT 90636 Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccine | $121.60 | $152.00 | $62.32–$468.20 | 3% below | 20% |
| Hepatitis A vaccine, adult dose CPT 90632 Hepatitis A vaccine adult dosage | $70.40 | $88.00 | $36.08–$83.89 | 45% below | 20% |
| Hepatitis B vaccine, adult dose (3-dose schedule) CPT 90746 Hepatitis B vaccine, adult dosage (3 dose schedule) | $70.40 | $88.00 | $36.08–$88.00 | 37% below | 20% |
| High-dose flu shot, preservative-free, mainly for age 65 and older CPT 90662 Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | $79.20 | $99.00 | $40.59–$99.00 | 1% below | 20% |
| MMR vaccine (measles, mumps and rubella), live CPT 90707 Measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine | $89.60 | $112.00 | $45.92–$106.40 | 15% below | 20% |
| Meningococcal ACWY (MenACWY) vaccine CPT 90734 Meningococcal vaccine, serogroups A, C, W, Y, diphtheria toxoid carrier vaccine | $159.62 | $199.53 | $81.81–$468.20 | 32% below | 20% |
| Meningococcal B vaccine (Bexsero), 2-dose schedule CPT 90620 Meningococcal recombinant protein and outer membrane vesicle vaccine, serogroup B | $211.20 | $264.00 | $108.24–$468.20 | 14% below | 20% |
| Pneumonia vaccine, 20-valent conjugate (Prevnar 20) CPT 90677 Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (PCV20), for intramuscular use | $288.80 | $361.00 | $148.01–$468.20 | 42% below | 20% |
| RSV antibody shot for infants, seasonal dose (0.5 mL) CPT 90380 Respiratory syncytial virus antibody, 0.5 mL dosage for injection into muscle | $495.20 | $619.00 | $253.79–$588.05 | 28% below | 20% |
| RSV vaccine (Abrysvo), one dose for older adults or during pregnancy CPT 90678 Respiratory syncytial virus vaccine, preF, subunit, bivalent, for intramuscular use | $293.60 | $367.00 | $150.47–$348.65 | 2% below | 20% |
| Rabies vaccine, one dose CPT 90675 Rabies vaccine for injection into muscle | $512.32 | $640.40 | $262.56–$608.38 | 26% below | 20% |
| Shingles vaccine (Shingrix), recombinant, one dose CPT 90750 Shingles vaccine for injection into muscle | $183.20 | $229.00 | $93.89–$468.20 | 23% below | 20% |
| Td vaccine (tetanus and diphtheria booster), age 7 and older CPT 90714 Diphtheria and tetanus vaccine (7 years or older) | $30.40 | $38.00 | $15.58–$83.89 | 49% below | 20% |
| Tdap vaccine (tetanus, diphtheria and whooping cough), age 7 and older CPT 90715 Diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis vaccine (7 years or older) | $39.20 | $49.00 | $20.09–$83.89 | 53% below | 20% |
| Vaccine administration fee (giving the shot), first vaccine of the visit CPT 90471 Administration of vaccine | $33.60 | $42.00 | $17.22–$73.56 | 4% below | 20% |
| Vaccine administration fee, each additional vaccine at the same visit CPT 90472 Administration of vaccine, each additional vaccine | $24.00 | $30.00 | $8.61–$35.13 | 17% below | 20% |
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