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CPT 49400Medical Service

Injection of Air or X-ray Contrast Into Abdominal Cavity

Injection of air or x-ray contrast into abdominal cavity. Clinical pricing breakdown and utilization metrics across 6 practicing doctors nationwide.

$385.47
Peer Median Charge
Gross billed rate
$104.68
Standard Baseline
Customary allowable
3.7x
National Markup
Charge vs baseline
6
Active Physicians
Billing this code
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Understanding This Medical Fee

Gross Charge vs Negotiated Payment: The median physician charge for this service is $385.47. However, insured patients almost never pay this full amount directly. Insurers negotiate rates down toward the $104.68 baseline.

Self-Pay & Uninsured Guidance: If you are paying without insurance or out-of-network, request a prompt-pay cash discount. Most medical practices are willing to settle self-pay bills near the customary baseline rate rather than the full gross charge.

Key Questions for Your Doctor's Billing Office:
  • "Does Dr. [Name] participate in my specific insurance plan network?"
  • "What is the total self-pay or cash rate for code 49400 if paid upfront?"
  • "Are there separate facility, anesthesia, or pathology fees associated with this procedure?"