How much does Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Missouri?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: Missouri
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $924, with most between $609 and $4,285 ($1,309 cash/self-pay). Based on 43 Missouri hospitals — 74% lower than the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $1,526 (1.7× higher).
Source: medians across 43 Missouri 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 Missouri — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Missouri?
In Missouri, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $924, with most between $609 and $4,285, based on 43 Missouri hospitals. That's 74% lower than the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in Missouri?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Missouri run around $1,309. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $1,526), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Missouri hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
Missouri hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $1,526 — roughly 1.7× the $924 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 Missouri?
Yes. If a Missouri hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $924), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Missouri hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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