How much does Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in North Carolina?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: North Carolina
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $1,310, with most between $1,246 and $3,780 ($6,598 cash/self-pay). Based on 50 North Carolina hospitals — 63% lower than the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $14,627 (11.2× higher).
Source: medians across 50 North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $1,310, with most between $1,246 and $3,780, based on 50 North Carolina hospitals. That's 63% lower than the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in North Carolina?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in North Carolina run around $6,598. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $14,627), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my North Carolina hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
North Carolina hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $14,627 — roughly 11.2× the $1,310 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 North Carolina?
Yes. If a North Carolina hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $1,310), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Carolina hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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