Orthopedic/Musculoskeletal
How Much Does Knee Replacement Treatment Cost?
Knee replacement surgery resurfaces a knee damaged by arthritis with metal and plastic components. It is one of the most common orthopedic surgeries performed. Most patients experience significant pain relief and improved mobility after recovery.
Mild
$20K — $35K
Moderate
$35K — $60K
Severe
$55K — $110K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$6,078 — $10,130
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
10 procedures$6,078 — $10,130
Drain/inj joint/bursa w/o us
CPT 20610
$60 — $99
Medicare: $40
Revision of knee joint
CPT 27446
$1,571 — $2,619
Medicare: $1,047
Total knee arthroplasty
CPT 27447
$1,739 — $2,898
Medicare: $1,159
Revise/replace knee joint
CPT 27487
$2,362 — $3,936
Medicare: $1,575
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy
CPT 29881
$0 — $0
Medicare: N/A
X-ray exam of knee 1 or 2
CPT 73560
$20 — $33
Medicare: $13
Mri jnt of lwr extre w/o dye
CPT 73721
$119 — $199
Medicare: $80
Therapeutic exercises, each 15 minutes
CPT 97110
$31 — $52
Medicare: $21
$30 — $49
Medicare: $20
$147 — $244
Medicare: $98
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Knee Replacement treatment cost?
Treatment for Knee Replacement typically costs $35K — $60K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Knee Replacement treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Knee Replacement. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.