How much does Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Kansas?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: Kansas
In Kansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $3,187, with most between $1,372 and $6,711 ($3,823 cash/self-pay). Based on 41 Kansas hospitals — 11% lower than the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $5,156 (1.6× higher).
Source: medians across 41 Kansas 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 Kansas — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Kansas?
In Kansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $3,187, with most between $1,372 and $6,711, based on 41 Kansas hospitals. That's 11% lower than the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in Kansas?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Kansas run around $3,823. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $5,156), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Kansas hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
Kansas hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $5,156 — roughly 1.6× the $3,187 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 Kansas?
Yes. If a Kansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,187), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Kansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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