How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in California?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: California
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $4,840, with most between $3,534 and $6,773 ($5,148 cash/self-pay). Based on 197 California hospitals — 35% higher than the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $9,900 (2× higher).
Source: medians across 197 California 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 California — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in California?
In California, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $4,840, with most between $3,534 and $6,773, based on 197 California hospitals. That's 35% higher than the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in California?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in California run around $5,148. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $9,900), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my California hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
California hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $9,900 — roughly 2× the $4,840 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 California?
Yes. If a California hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $4,840), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real California hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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