How much does Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Pennsylvania?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $2,737, with most between $2,025 and $3,700 ($2,097 cash/self-pay). Based on 97 Pennsylvania hospitals — 24% lower than the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $3,429 (1.3× higher).
Source: medians across 97 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $2,737, with most between $2,025 and $3,700, based on 97 Pennsylvania hospitals. That's 24% lower than the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in Pennsylvania?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Pennsylvania run around $2,097. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $3,429), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Pennsylvania hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
Pennsylvania hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $3,429 — roughly 1.3× the $2,737 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 Pennsylvania?
Yes. If a Pennsylvania hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $2,737), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Pennsylvania hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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