Wyoming · J3489

Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg in Wyoming

Wyoming Medicare Avg
$5.60
11% below national avg
National Medicare Avg
$6.28
All states combined
Billed Charge (WY)
$153.35
What providers submit
Est. Commercial (WY)
$18.16
National avg: $19.22
Est. Cash / Self-Pay (WY)
$48.65
Typical self-pay discount

Estimated using RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios. Actual prices vary by insurer, plan, and facility.

740
Services in WY
25
Providers
N/A
Min Payment
N/A
Max Payment

Wyoming Pricing in Context

In Wyoming, CPT code J3489 (Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg) carries an average Medicare payment of $5.60 — 11% below the national benchmark of $6.28. 25 providers across the state submitted claims for this procedure in 2023, performing 740 total services. Individual payments in WY ranged from N/A at the low end to N/A at the high end, reflecting differences in provider setting (office vs. facility), modifiers, and the specific geographic locality code applied within the state.

The average billed charge in Wyoming is $153.35, which is the figure uninsured patients would most likely encounter before any negotiation or charity discount. Medicare, by statute, only reimburses the allowed amount — the balance between billed and paid is written off under provider participation agreements. Insured patients generally pay a negotiated rate that falls between these two figures; the exact amount depends on plan design, deductible status, and in-network participation. Because Wyoming sits below the national Medicare average, commercial rates in the state may also run lower than the US median.

Using RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios for Drugs (Administered) procedures, the estimated commercial insurance price in Wyoming lands near $18.16, with self-pay cash prices typically around $48.65. Before scheduling, patients can request a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act, compare cash rates from hospital Machine-Readable Files, and confirm whether the provider is in-network with their specific plan. This page presents CMS reference data for informational use; it does not constitute medical or financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg cost in Wyoming?

The average Medicare payment for Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg in Wyoming is $5.60, which is 11% below the national average of $6.28. Providers in WY typically bill $153.35 for this procedure.

What does Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg cost with insurance in Wyoming?

With commercial insurance in Wyoming, Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg costs an estimated $18.16. Without insurance, the estimated cash price is $48.65. These estimates are based on RAND 2024 commercial-to-Medicare ratios and vary by insurer, plan, and facility.

How many providers perform Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg in Wyoming?

25 providers in Wyoming billed Medicare for Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg in 2023, performing 740 total services. Medicare payments ranged from N/A to N/A depending on the provider.

Is Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg cheaper in Wyoming than the national average?

Yes — Injection, Zoledronic Acid, 1 Mg costs 11% below the national average in Wyoming. The state average Medicare payment is $5.60 compared to $6.28 nationally. Factors like local cost of living, provider competition, and regional Medicare fee schedules all influence state-level pricing.

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Data sourced from the CMS Medicare Physician and Other Practitioners dataset. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainProcedure Editorial