Orthopedic/Musculoskeletal
How Much Does Osteoarthritis Treatment Cost?
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, caused by wear-and-tear breakdown of joint cartilage over time. It most often affects hands, knees, hips, and spine. While damage cannot be reversed, treatment can reduce pain and improve function.
Mild
$1.0K — $3.0K
Moderate
$3.0K — $10K
Severe
$30K — $70K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$4,007 — $6,678
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
10 procedures$4,007 — $6,678
Drain/inj joint/bursa w/o us
CPT 20610
$60 — $99
Medicare: $40
Drain/inj joint/bursa w/us
CPT 20611
$75 — $125
Medicare: $50
Total hip arthroplasty
CPT 27130
$1,743 — $2,905
Medicare: $1,162
Total knee arthroplasty
CPT 27447
$1,739 — $2,898
Medicare: $1,159
X-ray exam hips bi 2 views
CPT 73521
$63 — $104
Medicare: $42
X-ray exam of knee 1 or 2
CPT 73560
$20 — $33
Medicare: $13
Therapeutic exercises, each 15 minutes
CPT 97110
$31 — $52
Medicare: $21
$30 — $49
Medicare: $20
$100 — $167
Medicare: $67
$147 — $244
Medicare: $98
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Osteoarthritis treatment cost?
Treatment for Osteoarthritis typically costs $3.0K — $10K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Osteoarthritis treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Osteoarthritis. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.