How much does Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Texas?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: Texas
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $3,641, with most between $2,095 and $4,861 ($5,896 cash/self-pay). Based on 325 Texas hospitals — about the same as the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $11,188 (3.1× higher).
Source: medians across 325 Texas 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 Texas — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Texas?
In Texas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $3,641, with most between $2,095 and $4,861, based on 325 Texas hospitals. That's about the same as the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in Texas?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Texas run around $5,896. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $11,188), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Texas hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
Texas hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $11,188 — roughly 3.1× the $3,641 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 Texas?
Yes. If a Texas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,641), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Texas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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