How much does Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Arkansas?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: Arkansas
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $3,913, with most between $2,645 and $4,065 ($2,949 cash/self-pay). Based on 26 Arkansas hospitals — 9% higher than the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $11,798 (3× higher).
Source: medians across 26 Arkansas hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Arkansas — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $3,913, with most between $2,645 and $4,065, based on 26 Arkansas hospitals. That's 9% higher than the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in Arkansas?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Arkansas run around $2,949. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,798), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
Arkansas hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $11,798 — roughly 3× the $3,913 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Arkansas?
Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,913), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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